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Introduction to the Psychology of Ageing for Non-Specialists

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The perfect primer on the psychology of ageing, this accessible and concise book explains the most important psychological phases of this life process. Beginning with explanations of ageing, life expectancy and demographics, it goes on to discuss the parts of ageing that have the most impact on people's lives. From changes in intelligence and personality to mental health and sexuality, it explains the psychology behind these key aspects and focuses on the points that offer the most practical help to those working with the older populous. Drawing on the latest findings in the field, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the psychology of ageing without delving in to the intricacies of psychological theory. An incomparable resource on ageing, this book will be ofimmeasurable use to social workers, care workers, nurses,medical professionals and anyone interested in ageing ingeneral.
Foreword. 1. Some Basic Information about Ageing. 2. Intelligence. 3. Memory. 4. Language. 5. Ageing, Personality and Lifestyle. 6.Mental Health in Later Life. References.
Stuart-Hamilton (developmental psychology, Univ. of Glamorgan, Wales) has written an accessible, user-friendly, and exceptionally helpful book. Despite the fact that aging is one of the only truisms in the world, family members are often left to their own devices in terms of understanding the aging of loved ones. A respected authority on the subject, Stuart-Hamilton is an excellent choice for crafting a book that demystifies and simplifies what is known about this topic from the psychological literature. He successfully challenges the layperson perception that aging is about large, systemic, and general declines in cognitive performance--change is broad and encompassing. For example, in discussing reaction time he looks at differences between ""simple reaction time"" and ""choice reaction time,"" demonstrating that though age-related declines do occur, they are not necessarily as systemic or dramatic as general perceptions suggest. A valuable resource for those who work with family members of aging individuals, or are interested in exploring this subject. Summing Up: Highly recommended. All readers.
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