Psychology of Aging: A Biopsychosocial Perspective (2nd Edition)
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This book provides an overview of the psychology of aging for graduate or advanced undergraduate students from a variety of disciplines who are pursuing clinical, research, or academic careers in aging. Aging is explored in a biopsychosocial perspective, with an emphasis on the diversity of aging experiences. Typical changes in physical health and the brain are discussed, as well as physical health conditions common among older adults. Psychological topics include relationships, mental health, personality, cognitive changes, and neurocognitive disorders. Work and retirement, death and dying, and legal and ethical issues are also explored, with a concluding chapter on the social context of aging.
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Book
Publication Date
1-1-2024
Publisher
Springer
