Great Myths of Aging
Download or Read eBook Great Myths of Aging PDF written by Joan T. Erber and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-09-02 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Joan T. Erber |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 184 |
Release | : 2014-09-02 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781118521502 |
ISBN-13 | : 1118521501 |
Rating | : 4/5 (02 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Great Myths of Aging by : Joan T. Erber
Book excerpt: 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