Aging, the Individual, and Society

by Susan M. Hillier, Georgia M. Barrow

No field of study more completely integrates the mature person over the life course than does gerontology. Understanding senior citizens-who represent a continually growing population-is becoming increasingly important. AGING, THE INDIVIDUAL, AND SOCIETY introduces readers to gerontology in a compassionate way that helps them understand older people and know how to work with them. The book balances academic research and practical discussions, integrating social and cultural perspectives with the story of the individual aging process. Activities and enhance reader's understanding and skills by providing many opportunities for experiential learning.

Genres: Textbooks, Sociology

496 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[AJ Brekke · Rating 3 out of 5]

decent textbook, hope i never have to read it again though

[Valerie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I mean, it's a textbook. Dry, but informative!

[Wren · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have taught from this textbook four times. I've written hundreds of quiz questions about the 15 chapters. Well, I have stopped asking my students to read the last chapter on "Politics, Policies, and Programs" because there are too many changes. But this book provides a solid overview to many issues in aging: economic, social, financial, physical, and sociological.

[Kate Cardenas · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this book as I used it to study for my BVU class. I plan on keeping it for future reference.

[Leann · Rating 4 out of 5]

A clear and nicely written textbook. Very informative.

(sorry, I'm in the middle of finals, so I'm a bit too tired to write anything else)