Ageing and Later Life reflects the diverse nature of the subject by taking a multidisciplinary approach including literary, historical, sociological, policy, psychological, philosophical and clinical perspectives. This lively and informative book features essays by major authors in the field and includes discussions of: cultural aspects of self-image and identity; current concerns relating to health and well-being; the reality of power and control in the care of older people; concepts and values which shape our understanding of ageing; issues of policy and politics; and historical perspectives on ageing and possibilities for the future. Ageing and Later Life is a set book for The Open University course K256 An Ageing Society.
| ISBN: | 9780803989658 |
| Publication date: | 17th January 1994 |
| Author: | Julia Johnson |
| Publisher: | Sage Publications Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 384 pages |
| Series: | Published in Association with The Open University |
| Genres: |
Age groups: the elderly |