Anissa T. Rogers, Joy Swanson Ernst

Aging in the Social Environment

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Oxford University Press Inc
• Seitenzahl: 304
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. August 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 236mm x 192mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 526g
• ISBN-13: 9780197585092
• ISBN-10: 0197585094
• Artikelnr.: 67565438

Autorenporträt

Anissa T. Rogers is a Professor at California State University, San Bernardino's School of Social Work. Joy Swanson Ernst is an Associate Professor at the Wayne State University School of Social Work.

Inhaltsangabe

Chapter 1. Gerontology: The Study of Aging
1.1 What is Gerontology?
I.Population Aging
II.Consequences of Population Aging
1.2 Careers in Gerontology
1.3 Common Theories of Aging
I. Biopsychosocial Theories
II. Additional Perspectives on Aging
1.4 What is Ageism?
1.5 Types of Ageism
I. Middle-ageism
II. Neuroageism
III. Benevolent Ageism
IV. Individual and Institutional Ageism
1.6 How Culture Influences the Perception of Aging
I. Media and Literature
II. Interplay of Complex Factors
1.7 Consequences of Ageism
I.Effect on Physical and Mental Health
II.Effect on Health Care
III. Othering
IV. Microaggressions
V. Effect on Social Policy
1.8 A More Positive View of Aging
I. Successful Aging
II. Optimal Aging
III. Avoiding Ageist Language
Chapter 2. Biology of Aging
2.1 Defining "Age"
I. Subjective Age
II. Intersectional Factors that Affect Aging
2.2 Age and Human Development
2.3 Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Biological Aging
2.4 Theories of Biological Aging
I. Genetic (Programmed) Theory
II. Wear-and-Tear and Mitochondrial Theories
2.5 Age-Related Changes by Body System
I. Skin and Hair
II. Senses: Hearing and Vision
III. Musculoskeletal System
IV. Immune System
V. Endocrine System
VI. Central Nervous System: The Brain
Dementia
Treatment for Dementia
2.6 Promoting Health and Longevity
I. Health Disparities and Older Adults
II. Promoting Health and Well-Being
Nutrition
Physical Activity
Behavioral and Environmental Accommodations
Chapter 3. Psychology of Aging
3.1 Theories of Psychological Age
I. Erikson's Psychosocial Stages of Development
II. Peck's Theory of Ego Integrity
III. Intersectional and Cultural Factors
IV. Intersection of Age and Gender
V. Intersections of Other Characteristics
3.2 Personality and Emotion
I. Personality and Aging
II. Emotion and Aging
3.3 Learning
I. Cognitive Plasticity
II. Preserving Healthy Brain Function
III. Overcoming Barriers to Learning
3.4 Mental Health
I. Depression
II. Anxiety
III. Substance Use Disorders
IV. Suicide
V. Screening and Diagnosis
VI. Treatment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Narrative and Reminiscence Therapies
Medications
3.5 Resiliency, Creativity, Productivity, and Wisdom
I. Resiliency
II. Creativity
III. Productivity
IV. Wisdom
3.6 Spirituality
Chapter 4. Sociology of Aging
4.1 Social Theories of Aging
I. Disengagement Theory
II. Activity Theory
III. Continuity Theory
IV. Life Course Model of Social Functioning
V. Social Convoy Model
4.2 Social Connectedness
I. Physical and Mental Health Benefits
II. Social Connectedness Across Cultures
4.3 Social Connection via Friendships
I. Evolving Social Networks
II. Benefits of Friendship
III. Friendships Among LGBT Older Adults
IV. Female vs. Male Friend Groups
V. Intergenerational Friendships
4.4 Social Connection via Sexuality and Intimacy
I. Beliefs About Sexuality
II. Decreased Sexual Activity
III. Differences Between Population Groups
IV. Risk of Sexually Transmitted Disease
V. Influence of Technology
Chapter 5. Death and End-of-Life Issues
5.1 What is Death?
I. Defining Physical Death
II. Physical Process of Dying
III. Perceptions of Death
5.2 End-of-Life Rights and Choices
I. Right to Die
II. Death with Dignity Legislation
III. Hospice Care
IV. Disparities at End of Life
5.3 Preparing for End of Life
5.4 Experiencing Grief and Loss
I. Types of Grief
II. Theories and Models of Grief
Kübler-Ross Theory
Other Models of Grief
III. Awareness of Death
5.5 Memorializing and Taking Care of the Dead
I. Disposition of Bodies
Green Burials
Organ, Tissue, and Body Donation
II. Memorialization After Death
III. Impact of COVID Pandemic on Funeral Practices
Chapter 6. Family and Caregiving
6.1 Defining "Family"
6.2 Theories of Family and Aging
I. Family Development Theory
II. Theory of Intergenerational Solidarity and Conflict
III. Theory of Intergenerational Ambivalence
6.3 Familial Roles and Relationships
I. Marriage and Long-Term Partnerships
II. Defining a "Good" Marriage
III. Divorce
III. Parents and Adult Children
Adult Children with Challenges
Effects of Increased Longevity
IV. Sibling Relationships
V. Blended Families
Negotiation of Boundary Ambiguity
Intergenerational Resource Exchange
Filial Norms and Expectations
VI. Multigenerational Families and Households
Demographics
Benefits and Drawbacks of Multigenerational Living
VII. Grandparents and Grandchildren
Role of Grandparents
Caring for Grandchildren
VIII. Companion Animals
6.4 Caring for Older Adults
I. Adults with Dementia
II. Informal Care
Rewards and Challenges
Support for Caregivers
III. Formal Care
IV. Impact on Caregivers
V. Person- and Family-Centered Care
6.5 Elder Abuse
I. Factors That Contribute to Elder Abuse
Caregiving Situations
Intergenerational Ambivalence
II. Families with a History of Violence
III. Prevention and Intervention Strategies
Chapter 7. Work and Retirement
7.1 Work and Older Adults
I. The Nature of Work
II. U.S. Labor Trends
III. Generational Perspective
IV. Ageism in the Workplace
Intergenerational Work Teams
Abolishing Mandatory Retirement
Antidiscrimination Laws
V. Caregiving and Work
7.2 Retirement
I. Sense of Purpose and Longevity
II. Effects of Retirement
III. Phases of Retirement
7.3 Financial Support in Retirement
7.4 Volunteerism and Community Involvement
7.5 Lifelong Learning
Chapter 8. Living Arrangements
8.1 Housing and Care Options for Older Adults
I. Types of Residential Facilities and Communities
II. Older Adults with Special Needs
8.2 Aging in Place
I. The Importance of Place
II. Research on Aging in Place
III. Changing Needs Over Time
8.3 Theories and Approaches to Place and Aging
I. Environmental Gerontology
II. Geographical Gerontology
8.4 Older Adults in Urban and Rural Environments
8.5 The Importance of Neighborhoods
I. Gentrification
II. Urban Neighborhoods: Challenges, Resources, and Resilience
Detroit
Minneapolis
8.6 Housing Options for Older Adults
I. Historical Background
II. The Housing Continuum
III. Innovative Solutions
Age-Friendly Communities
Villages
LGBT 65+ Housing Initiatives
Home Sharing
Communal Living
Intergenerational Programming and Communities
IV. Housing for Low-Income Seniors
V. Continuing Care Retirement Communities
VI. Assisted Living Facilities
VII. Supportive Housing
VIII. Nursing Homes
IX COVID-19 and Long-Term Care Facilities
8.7 Living Arrangements of Vulnerable Populations
I. Older Adults in Prison
II. Older Victims of Domestic Abuse
III. Older Adults Without Housing
Chapter 9. Community Resources and Connectedness
9.1 The Importance of Connection
I. Defining Community
II. Community Resources
III. Self-Determination and Social Usefulness
IV. Social Connection and Social Isolation
9.2 Religious and Spiritual Communities
I. Spiritual Practices
II. Benefits of Religious and Spiritual Involvement
9.3 Recreation and Community Involvement
I. Sports and Fitness
II. Travel
III. The Arts
IV. Volunteer Work
V. Socializing in "Third Places"
9.4 Health Care Services
I. Access to Health Care
II. Primary Care
III. Geriatricians
IV. Age-Friendly Health Care
V. Treatment Programs
9.5 Social Services for Older Adults and Their Families
I. Prevention Services
II. Adult Day Care
III. In-Home Personal Care
IV. Protective Services
V. Support Services
VI. Resource Brokerage and Linkage
Chapter 10. Media and Technology
10.1 Media and Older Adults
I. News Media
II. Educational and Entertainment Media
III. Ageism in the Media
IV. Social Media
10.2 Technology Use by Older Adults
I. Access to Technology
II. Combating Stereotypes
III. Technology Use for Lifelong Learning
IV. Technology Use for Social Connection and Entertainment
V. Technology Use to Improve Health
VI. Digital Literacy
VII. Online Safety
10.3 Technology and End of Life
Chapter 11. Global Trends in Aging
11.1 Global Aging
I. United Nations Initiatives Related to Aging
II. Population Aging
III. Living Arrangements
IV. Life Expectancy and Health
V. Work and Retirement
VI. Ageism Worldwide
11.2 Culture and Aging
I. Cross-National Comparisons
II. Cross-Cultural Comparisons
III. Cultural Influences on Aging
11.3 Aging in the United States in Global Context
I. U.S. Life Expectancy
II. Foreign-Born Population
11.4 Immigration, Migration, and Aging
I. Who Migrates and Why?
II. Older Adults in Home Countries
III. Older Immigrants in Destination Countries
Early vs. Late-Life Immigrants
Older Refugees Fleeing War and Terror
Legal Status and Threat of Deportation
11.5 Aging and Climate Change
I. Climate Change and Migration
II. Health Impacts of Climate Change
III. Climate Change and Natural Disasters
Chapter 12. Legal, Policy, and Economic Issues That Affect Older U.S. Adults
12.1 Social Policies and Legislation
I. Social Policy and Aging Policy
II. History of U.S. Aging Policies
III. Social Security
Beneficiaries
Retirement Age
Sustainability
IV. Medicare
V. Medicaid
VI. Affordable Care Act
VII. Older Americans Act
VIII. Long-Term Care Services and Supports
Cost of Long-Term Care
Quality of Long-Term Care
IX. Elder Justice Act
X. Americans with Disabilities Act
XI. Assistance for Low-Income Older Adults
12.2 Poverty, Inequality, and Cumulative Disadvantage
I. Poverty Measurement
II. Who is Poor?
Variance Between Population Groups
Cumulative Advantage/Disadvantage
III. Poverty and Cumulative Disadvantage
12.3 Political Participation and Advocacy
I. Voting Patterns of Older Adults
II. Intersection of Politics and Policy
III. Advocacy Organizations
AARP
Gray Panthers
Leadership Council of Aging Organizations
Other Organizations