Psychology of Aging 101

di Robert Youdin (Autore)

Springer Publishing Co Inc, 2016

Concise and accessible overview of key concepts of the psychology of aging by a renowned scholar and practitioner on the topic, for use in the classroom as a supplement to developmental and clinical psychology courses, and a valuable resource for interdisciplinary studies with a focus on gerontology. Aging 101 dispels common myths about the older and aging population and provides a wealth of evidence-based information that introduces aging theory, many common problem areas that impinge on older adults, as well as treatment approaches. This reader-friendly, compact book explores how psychologists understand and treat Alzheimer's disease and dementia patients, and their caregivers; older adult sexuality including the unique sexual problems confronting gay male, lesbian, bisexual and transgender older adults; older adult abuse; substance abuse; and issues surrounding death and dying, among other compelling topics.

• Autore: Robert Youdin
• Editore: Springer Publishing Co Inc
• Anno: 2016
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 240 p.
• Dimensioni: 229 x 152 mm
• Peso: 273 gr.
• EAN: 9780826130129

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