Psychology of Aging
Psychology of Aging
Editor/Author
Yochim, Brian
Publication Year: 2017
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
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$90.00

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$135.00
ISBN: 978-0-82-613728-9
Category: Psychology
Image Count:
29
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents
This text offers a comprehensive, in-depth chronicle of issues surrounding the psychology of aging emphasizing psychology, with a foundation in the biology, and an expansion into the sociological aspects of aging.
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Table of Contents
- Contributors
- Foreword by Michele J. Karel, PhD, ABPP
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- SECTION I Introduction
- 1 Introduction to the Psychology of Aging - Brian P. Yochim
- Defining Older Adults
- International and U.S. Statistics on Aging
- Meeting the Needs of an Aging Population
- Generational Influences: Baby Boomers
- Wealth of the Baby Boomers
- History and Theory of the Psychology of Aging
- Erik Erikson
- Paul Baltes: Selective Optimization With Compensation
- Development of the Professional Field
- Training Resources
- Research Methods in the Psychology of Aging
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- SECTION II Biological Underpinnings of Aging
- 2 Biological Theories of Aging - Brian P. Yochim
- Telomeres
- Free Radicals and Aging
- Caloric Restriction
- Genetics of Aging
- Apolipoprotein E (APOE)
- Catechol-o-Methyltransferase (COMT)
- Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF)
- Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor-γ (PPARγ)
- Kidney and Brain Expressed Protein (KIBRA)
- Genes Related to Insulin-Like Growth Factor
- Challenges in Research on Genetics Related to Aging
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 3 The Aging Body and Age-Related Health Conditions - J. Kaci Fairchild, Kari A. Haws, and Christie Mead
- The Integumentary System
- Structure of the Integumentary System
- Age-Related Changes to Physiology of the Integumentary System
- Common Disorders of the Integumentary System
- The Musculoskeletal System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Musculoskeletal System
- Common Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System
- The Nervous System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Nervous System
- Common Disorders of the Nervous System
- The Cardiovascular System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
- Common Disorders of the Cardiovascular System
- The Immune System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Immune System
- Common Disorders of the Immune System
- The Respiratory System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Respiratory System
- Common Disorders of the Respiratory System
- The Endocrine System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Endocrine System
- Common Disorders of the Endocrine System
- The Urinary System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Urinary System
- Common Disorders of the Urinary System
- The Reproductive System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Reproductive System
- Common Disorders of the Reproductive System
- The Digestive System
- Age-Related Changes to the Physiology of the Digestive System
- Common Disorders of the Digestive System
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 4 Changes to the Brain: Methods of Investigation, Aging, and Neuroplasticity - Tyler A. Rickards, Juliana Baldo, and Brian P. Yochim
- Part 1: Methods of Investigating Age-Related Changes to the Brain
- Part 2: Changes That Occur to the Brain With Typical Aging
- Part 3: Neuroplasticity
- A Brief History of Neuroplasticity
- On Naming: The Plasticity of the Term “Neuroplasticity”
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- SECTION III Psychological Components of Aging
- 5 Personality and Emotional Development - Erin L. Woodhead
- Personality Development
- Overview of Personality Theories
- Overarching Model of Personality Development
- Longitudinal Studies of Personality Change in Adulthood
- Emotional Functioning in Late Life
- Age and Emotional Well-Being
- Attention to Positive and Negative Stimuli
- Age-Related Differences in Emotion Regulation
- Models of Emotional Functioning in Late Life
- Keys to Happy Aging
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 6 Mental Health and Aging - Erin L. Woodhead, Preston Brown, and Victor Kwan
- Use of Mental Health Services by Older Adults
- Access to Mental Health Care
- Beliefs About Mental Health Care
- Stigma
- Diagnosing Mental Health Conditions Among Older Adults
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Suicidality
- Substance Use Disorders
- Sleep
- Schizophrenia
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
- Assessment of Mental Health Conditions Among Older Adults
- The CES-D
- The Geriatric Depression Scale
- The PHQ-9
- The Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia
- Empirically Supported Treatments for Older Adults
- Mood Disorders and Suicidality
- Anxiety Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Substance Use Disorders
- Sleep Disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 7 Cognition and Aging - Spring F. Johnson, Kyrstle Barrera, and Brian P. Yochim
- Basic Cognitive Functioning
- Intelligence: Fluid and Crystallized
- Intelligence: Multiple Components
- Seattle Longitudinal Study
- Attention
- Processing Speed
- Language
- Visuospatial Skills
- Memory
- Executive Functioning
- Potential Functional Consequences of Cognitive Changes With Aging
- Driving
- Mandatory Retirement Ages
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 8 Cognitive Reserve and Cognitive Interventions - Nicholas T. Bott and Maya Yutsis
- The Concept of Cognitive Reserve
- Working Definition(s)
- History and Significance
- Neuropsychological Proxy of CR
- Proxies of CR
- CR and Cognitive Debt
- Epidemiologic Evidence for CR
- Effects of CR on Disease Course
- Neuroanatomical Correlates of Cognitive Research
- Hemispheric Asymmetry Reduction in Older Adults (HAROLD)
- Scaffolding Theory of Aging and Cognition (STAC)
- Imaging and CR
- Cognitive Interventions as Mediators of CR
- History of Cognitive Interventions for Older Adults
- Cognitive Interventions as Primary Prevention
- Cognitive Interventions as Secondary Prevention
- Cognitive Interventions in Dementia
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 9 Neurocognitive Disorders in Late Life - Brian P. Yochim
- Delirium
- Neurocognitive Disorders: Diagnostic Terminology
- Prevalence of Dementia
- Causes of Neurocognitive Disorders
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Lewy Body Disease
- Parkinson's Disease
- Vascular Disease
- Frontotemporal Dementia
- Alcohol-Related Dementia
- Other Causes of Neurocognitive Disorders
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 10 Relationships, Families, and Aging: Changes in Roles With Aging - Rachel L. Rodriguez and J. W. Terri Huh
- Nuptial and Relationship Status: Prevalence and Demographics
- Effects of Nuptial and Relationship Status on Physical and Psychological Health
- Marital Quality and the Effects of Marriage on Physical and Psychological Health
- When Marriage Ends: Impact on Health and Psychological Outcomes
- Cohabitation
- Other Significant Relationships in Late Life
- Living Arrangements
- Caregiving Patterns and Outcomes
- General Trends in Caregiving
- Physical, Psychological, and Emotional Impacts of Caregiving
- Adult Children as Caregivers
- Older Adults as Caregivers
- Grandparents as Custodial Caregivers
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 11 Aging, Work, and Retirement - Harvey L. Sterns and Cynthia McQuown
- Defining Work
- Ageism
- The Adult and Older Adult Workforce
- History of Retirement
- What Is Retirement?
- Retirement Patterns and Options
- Factors Related to the Decision to Retire
- Role of Health
- Role of Finances
- Retirement Planning
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- SECTION IV Social Aspects of Aging
- 12 Death and the Dying Process, Bereavement, and Widowhood - Andrea June and Meghan A. Marty
- Dying in America Today
- Definition and Causes of Death
- Institutionalization of Death
- Death Trajectories
- Active Dying
- Attitudes Toward Death
- Advance Care Planning
- Palliative and Hospice Care
- Hastening Death Policies
- Bereavement
- Definitions of Bereavement, Grief, and Mourning
- Common Reactions to Bereavement
- Bereavement and Mental Health Disorders
- Complex Bereavement
- Theoretical Models of Adjustment to Bereavement
- Intervention for Bereaved Individuals
- Late-Life Spousal Loss
- General Characteristics
- Impact of Spousal Loss on Partner Mortality
- Impact of Gender and Age
- Bereavement After Caregiving
- Same-Sex Partner Loss
- Other Relationship Losses
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 13 Cultural Differences in Aging Experiences of Ethnic and Sexual Minority Older Adults - Kimberly E. Hiroto and Sarah J. Yarry
- Ethnic Minority Older Adults
- Cohort Effects
- Health Disparities and Cultural Stressors
- Resiliency and Growth
- Sexual and Gender Minority Older Adults
- Cohort Effects
- Health Disparities and Cultural Stressors
- Resiliency and Growth
- Intersectionality
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References
- 14 Aging and the Legal System - Sheri Gibson and Magdalene Lim
- Ethical Competencies in Geropsychology
- Advance Care Planning for Older Adults
- Ethics in Long-Term Care
- Foundational Ethics of Decision Making
- Autonomy and Surrogate Decision Making
- Elder Mistreatment, Neglect, and Exploitation
- Respecting Cultural Differences in Cases of Elder Abuse
- Ethics in Research
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
- References