Issues in Global Aging Contributor(s): Ahearn, Frederick L., Jr. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0789014408 ISBN-13: 9780789014405 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $31.30 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2002 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Gerontology - Social Science | Social Work - Medical | Health Care Delivery |
Dewey: 305.26 |
LCCN: 2002001476 |
Physical Information: 0.49" H x 6.5" W x 8.38" (0.63 lbs) 182 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Gain a new perspective on the international implications of our aging population!This comprehensive book examines a broad array of international concerns in gerontology. Issues in Global Aging addresses the implications of the rapid growth in elderly populations in both the Third World and industrialized nations including the US, Israel, Pakistan, and the UK. It examines successful policy and programmatic approaches to dealing with the practical needs of older citizens for health care, pensions, work, and personal care.Issues in Global Aging brings together case studies, empirical research, and theoretical exploration of policies and services for the elderly around the world. It also considers the spiritual dimension of aging and the influence of various religious and cultural beliefs on gerontology policy and practice.Issues in Global Aging addresses urgent questions concerning the ever-increasing elderly population, including:
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