Psychology of Aging

A Biopsychosocial Perspective
Herausgeber: Yochim, Brian P. ABPP; Woodhead, Erin L.

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

The only graduate text to encompass the full range of issues regarding the psychology of aging This is the first graduate-level text that offers a comprehensive, in-depth chronicle of issues surrounding the psychology of aging emphasizing psychology, with a foundation in the biology, and an expansion into the sociological aspects of aging. The text is divided into three sections: biological underpinnings of aging, psychological components of aging, and social aspects of aging. Among the multitude of topics addressed are biological theories of aging, neuroimaging methods in aging research, neuroplasticity, cognitive reserve and cognitive interventions, a detailed overview of neurocognitive disorders in aging such as Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body disease, relationships in aging, work vs. retirement, cultural issues in aging, and aging and the legal system, to name just a few critical topics. With an emphasis on promoting critical thinking, the text is enriched with discussion questions in each chapter along with suggestions for more in-depth readings. In addition it includes chapter PowerPoints and an Instructor's Manual with sample syllabi for a 10-week course and a 15-week course. Written for graduate students in multiple gerontology-related disciplines, the text is also of value to individuals studying nursing, medicine, social work, biology, and occupational, physical, and speech therapies. Key Features:Addresses the biological underpinnings of aging, psychological components, and social aspects Written by a variety of experts on each area Emphasizes critical thinking throughout the text Presents discussion questions in each chapter Includes PowerPoints and an Instructor's Manual with sample syllabi Tailored to graduate students from multiple disciplines embarking on clinical or research careers involving older adults.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Springer Publishing Company
• Seitenzahl: 386
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. Dezember 2017
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 254mm x 178mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 724g
• ISBN-13: 9780826137289
• ISBN-10: 0826137288
• Artikelnr.: 48580793

Inhaltsangabe

1. Introduction to the Psychology of Aging: Brian P. Yochim
Ph.D.
ABPP Section 1: Biological Underpinnings of Aging 2. Biological Theories of Aging: Brian P. Yochim
Ph.D.
ABPP 3. The Aging Body and Age-Related Health Conditions: J. Kaci Fairchild
Ph.D.
Kari A. Haws
Ph.D.
and Christie Mead
M.A. 4. Changes to the Brain: Methods of Investigation
Aging
and Neuroplasticity: Tyler A. Rickards
Ph.D.
Juliana Baldo
Ph.D.
and Brian P. Yochim
Ph.D.
ABPP Section 2: Psychological Components of Aging 5. Personality and Emotional Development:Erin L. Woodhead
Ph.D. 6. Mental Health and Aging: Erin L. Woodhead
Ph.D.
Preston Brown
and Victor Kwan
M.A. 7. Cognition and Aging: Spring Gehring
M.A.
Kyrstle Barrera
Ph.D.
and Brian P. Yochim
Ph.D.
ABPP 8. Cognitive Reserve and Cognitive Interventions: Nicholas Bott
Psy.D. and Maya Yutsis
Ph.D.
ABPP 9. Neurocognitive Disorders in Late Life: Brian P. Yochim
Ph.D.
ABPP 10. Relationships
Families
and Aging: Changes in Roles with Aging: Rachel Rodriguez
MPH
Ph.D.
ABPP and J.W. Terri Huh
Ph.D.
ABPP 11. Aging
Work
and Retirement: Harvey L. Sterns
Ph.D. and Cynthia McQuown
M.A.Ed Section 3: Social Aspects of Aging 12. Death and the Dying Process
Bereavement
and Widowhood: Andrea June
Ph.D. and Meghan Marty
Ph.D. 13. Cultural Differences in Aging Experiences of Ethnic and Sexual Minority Older Adults: Kimberly E. Hiroto
Ph.D. and Sarah Yarry
Ph.D. 14. Aging and the Legal System: Sheri Gibson
Ph.D. and Magdalene Lim
Psy.D.