(eBook PDF) Human Aging 2nd Edition by Paul W. Foos

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product details:

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780205544011
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0205544011
• Author: Paul W. Foos (Author), M. Cherie Clark (Author)

This text offers a readable and friendly presentation of the important methods, findings, and theories of human aging, while actively involving the reader in meaningful exercises and critical thinking. Students are repeatedly challenged to apply information in the text to the older adults in their own lives. Specifically, suggestions for enhancing the lives of their older relatives are offered and encouraged. These include guidelines for discussions they might have regarding social, emotional, and environmental changes as well encouraging intellectual and social interaction.

table of contents:

1. An Introduction to Human Aging

2. Research Methods and Issues

Part I: Aging and Our Bodies  

3. Physical Aspects of Aging

4. Theories of Senescence and Aging

5. Health and Longevity

Part II: Aging and Our Mind  

6. Sensation, Perception, and Slowing with Age

7. Memory and Cognition

8. Intelligence, Wisdom, and Creativity

Part III: Aging and Our Selves  

9. Personality and Coping

10. Relationships

11. Work and Retirement

Part IV: Aging and Our Survival  

12. Psychopathology

13. Healthy/Helpful Environments

14. Death and Bereavement

Part V: Aging and You  

15. Looking to the Future

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