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Not about aging itself, which is no longer just theoretical to many people, but theories about why and how are presented from perspectives that include biomedicine, psychology, biology, and the social sciences. Intended as a successor to Birren and Bengtsan's Emergent Theories of Aging , the survey is addressed to the upcoming generation of gerontologists, policy makers, academics, and psychologists and so assumes no specialized knowledge of any field. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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The long awaited sequel to Birren and Bengtson's landmark text, EMERGENT THEORIES OF AGING has arrived. Dedicated to James E. Birren, this volume continues to explore and expand upon the bases of theory-building and research design in aging. Renowned researchers examine biological, biomedical, psychological, and social science concepts and theories. In addition, this volume contains a new section that explores the potentials for successful interventions by applying theories to gerontological practice, public policy, and mental health and aging. This text is a valuable resource for gerontologists, academics, psychologists, and graduate-level students. Contributors include: James Birren, Gary Kenyon, Caleb Finch, Diana Woodruff-Pak, Paul B. Baltes, Margret Baltes, Laura Carstensen, Timothy Salthouse, Gisela Labouvie-Vief, Christine Fry, Dale Dannefer, Margaret Gatz, among others.
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