An Introduction to Gerontology
An Introduction to Gerontology by Ian Stuart-Hamilton, published by Cambridge University Press on March 31, 2011, is a comprehensive resource designed for students exploring the field of gerontology. This student edition spans 458 pages and is presented in English, making it accessible to a wide audience. The book addresses the growing importance of understanding old age and aging in light of an increasingly older global population.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of both traditional and contemporary topics within gerontology, including biological and social aging, technology, the arts, sexuality, and education for older adults. The text is crafted to be approachable, assuming no prior expert knowledge and steering clear of jargon, which allows for a clear understanding of the subject matter. With contributions from a diverse team of international authors, this book draws on various perspectives and traditions, making it a valuable addition to the study of psychology, social science, and medical physiology related to aging.
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With the world’s population getting increasingly older, there has never been a more pressing need for the study of old age and ageing. An Introduction to Gerontology provides a wide-ranging introduction to this important topic. By assuming no prior expert knowledge and avoiding jargon, this book will guide students through all the main subjects in gerontology, covering both traditional areas, such as biological and social ageing, as well as more contemporary areas, such as technology, the arts, sexuality and education of older adults. An Introduction to Gerontology is written by a team of international authors with multidisciplinary backgrounds who draw evidence from a variety of different perspectives and traditions.
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