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Great Myths of Aging
Contributor(s): Erber, Joan T. (Author), Szuchman, Lenore T. (Author)
ISBN: 1118521471     ISBN-13: 9781118521472
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
OUR PRICE:   $25.16  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: October 2014
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BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Developmental - Adulthood & Aging
- Social Science | Gerontology
Dewey: 305.26
LCCN: 2014018391
Series: Great Myths of Psychology
Physical Information: 0.4" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (0.55 lbs) 184 pages
 
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Publisher Description:

Great Myths of Aging looks at the generalizations and stereotypes associated with older people and, with a blend of humor and cutting-edge research, dispels those common myths.

  • Reader-friendly structure breaks myths down into categories such as Body, Mind, and Living Contexts; and looks at myths from "Older people lose interest in sex" to "Older people are stingy"
  • Explains the origins of myths and misconceptions about aging
  • Looks at the unfortunate consequences of anti-aging stereotypes for both the reader and older adults in society