Aging and the Life Course: An Introduction to Social Gerontology: 2025 Release ISE
Part One Defining the Field
Chapter 1 The Field of Social Gerontology
Chapter 2 Life Course Transitions
Chapter 3 Theories of Aging
Chapter 4 Demography of Aging
Part Two Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Aging
Chapter 5 Old Age and the Welfare State
Chapter 6 Biological Perspectives on Aging
Chapter 7 Psychological Perspectives on Aging
Part Three Social Aspects of Aging
Chapter 8 Family Relationships and Social Support Systems
Chapter 9 Living Arrangements
Chapter 10 Work and Retirement
Part Four Health Aspects of Later Life
Chapter 11 Health and Health Care
Chapter 12 Caring for the Frail Elderly
Chapter 13 Dying, Death, and Bereavement
Part Five Aging and Society
Chapter 14 The Economics of Aging
Chapter 15 Poverty and Inequality
Chapter 16 The Politics of Aging
Glossary
Author Index
Subject Index
Aging and the Life Course: An Introduction to Social Gerontology provides a comprehensive exploration of aging through an interdisciplinary lens, examining core issues in social gerontology. Organized into five parts, the text covers key areas including the theoretical foundations of aging; the social, health, and economic aspects of later life; and societal perspectives on aging. It includes distinctive chapters on life course transitions, caregiving, and the welfare state, offering in-depth insights into the cumulative experiences that shape aging, the challenges and rewards of caregiving, and the complex network of social programs supporting older adults. With its clear structure and engaging content, Aging and the Life Course is an invaluable resource for students, helping them understand the multifaceted nature of aging and the social policies that impact older adults.