The Social Context of Ageing: A Textbook of Gerontology

ISBN-13: 9780415221399 / Angielski / Twarda / 2004 / 368 str.

C. Victor; Christina Victor; Christina R. Victor

Opis

This comprehensive text focuses on the social contexts of ageing, looking at the diversity of ageing and older people, and at different factors that are important to experiences of old age and ageing. It includes key chapters on:

• theoretical and methodological bases for the study of ageing
• demographic context of the 'ageing' population
• health and illness
• family and social networks
• formal and informal care and other services for older people.

Providing an invaluable introduction to the major issues involved in the study of ageing, this book is essential reading for students of sociology, gerontology, social policy, health and social care, and professionals working with older people.

Spis treści

1. The social perspective of ageing 2. Theoretical perspectives on the study of ageing 3. Methodological aspects of the study of ageing 4. The demographic context 5. Health and Illness 6. Psychological health and well being 7. Family and social networks 8. Material resources in later life 9. Caring networks 10. Services for older people 11. The future of old age

O autorze

Christina Victor has worked in social gerontology for over twenty years. She is currently Professor of Gerontology and Health Services Research, Head of School of Health and Social Care, University of Reading.