Posts Tagged ‘sciences’

Successful Aging: Perspectives from the Behavioral Sciences (European Network on Longitudinal Studies on Individual Development)

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010
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For a long time, research on developmental issues in the biological and social sciences has been primarily concerned with the early stages of the lifespan, such as infancy and adolescence. More and more researchers have recently turned their attention to the problems of development and aging in the later periods of life. This volume, based on pap[Read More]


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Handbook of Aging and the Social Sciences, Sixth Edition

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
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The Handbook of Aging and the Social Sciences, Sixth Edition provides a comprehensive summary and evaluation of recent research on the social aspects of aging. The 25 chapters are divided into four sections discussing Aging and Time, Aging and Social Structure, Social Factors and Social Institutions, and Aging and Society. Within this context, agi[Read More]


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The Living Spirit of the Crone: Turning Aging Inside Out (Theology and the Sciences)

Monday, February 1st, 2010
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Sally Thomason's research and reflection on aging disclose the scientific and medical oversights and cultural biases that inform our attitudes toward aging. Based on the personal experiences and stories of dozens of women interviewed, Thomason proposes strong, new, holistic perspectives that can overcome our cultural misconceptions and animate pers[Read More]


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