Introduction to the Psychology of Ageing for Non-specialists: A Books on Prescription Title - Softcover

Stuart-Hamilton, Ian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1849053634 ISBN 13: 9781849053631

Verlag: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2014

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A complete primer for non-specialists on the psychology of ageing, this accessible and comprehensive book explains the key issues clearly and concisely. Beginning with explanations of ageing, life expectancy and demographics, it goes on to discuss the aspects of ageing that have the most impact on people's lives. From changes in intelligence and personality to mental health and sexuality, the author explains the psychology involved 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 subject. The book will be a key resource for social workers, care workers, nurses, medical professionals and anyone more generally interested in ageing.

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Professor Ian Stuart-Hamilton is Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Glamorgan, Wales. He has over thirty years' research experience in a wide variety of psychological techniques and settings. The Psychology of Ageing is now translated into 16 languages, and was awarded a British Medical Association Book of the Year award in the Geriatric Medicine section in 2008.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2014
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1849053634
• ISBN 13: 9781849053631
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 240
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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