This book focuses on the concept of subjective views of aging. This concept refers to the way individuals conceptualize and perceive the aging process. Social a

An extensive, multidisciplinary study of old age and aging, ranging from 70 to 100 years.

Most health research to date has been pursued within the confines of scientific disciplines that are guided by their own targeted questions and research strateg

Presents the results of the MacArthur Foundation Study of Aging in America, which show how to maintain optimum physical and mental strength throughout later lif

Recent studies show that more people than ever before are reaching old age in better health and enjoying that health for a longer time. This Handbook outlines t