Aging and the Life Course by Mcgraw-Hill College $100.15
In writing this first edition text, Jill Quadagno's goal was to provide a comprehensive and contemporary view of the sociology of aging. She achieved her objective in the following ways: (1) hers is the first social gerontology text to take a life course approach, which stipulates that the quality of one's life in old age is the product of earlier choices, opportunities, and constraints; (2) her...

Aging: Concepts and Controversies by Sage Publications, Inc $103.00
Presenting current research in an innovative format, Aging: Concepts and Controversies encourages students to become involved and take an informed stand on the major aging issues that we face as a society. Leading author and active expert in gerontology Rick Moody provides thorough explanation of the issues in the Concepts sections and current research in the Controversy sections, demonstrating...

Alzheimer's from the Inside Out by Health Professions Press $19.95
Offers a glimpse into the world of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease. The author, who was diagnosed at age 58, shares his account of his slow transformation and deterioration. Addresses complexity and emotions surrounding issues such as the loss of independence, unwanted personality shifts, struggle to communicate, and more. Softcover.

Validation Techniques for Dementia Care: The Family Caregiver's Guide to Improving Communication by Health Professions Press $18.95
Written especially for family members and friends caring for people with dementia, this practical guidebook offers a solution to commonly faced communication and relationship difficulties. The Validation approach s caring, empathetic techniques have been used and valued by professionals and families around the world to support meaningful communication and interaction with people with memory...

Caring for Older Adults Holistically by F. A. Davis Company $28.95
This gerontology text addresses the care of the elderly in a positive and humanistic manner. Learning objectives, summaries, case studies, discussion and sample questions promote student learning and there is a presentation of the normal ageing process according to system changes. The book emphasizes health promotion lifestyles and activities, and there is a strong focus on theory application...

Worlds of Difference: Inequality in the Aging Experience by Eleanor Palo Stoller $77.00

Community Resources for Older Adults: Programs and Services in an Era of Change by Sage Publications, Inc $87.95
By the year 2030, older Americans will make up nearly one quarter of the population. The rapid growth of this population segment puts increased importance on the analysis of existing social policy regarding the responsibilities of caring for older adults. This book provides a comprehensive overview of current community resources available to elderly Americans, including both public and private...

How Different Religions View Death and Afterlife by Christofer Jay Johnson $23.95
This book presents an objective, thoughtful and practical explanation of the often-complicated subjects of death and afterlife. Offering a clear, concise and comparative overview of the teachings and the death beliefs of 19 different religions, this popular book will be of enormous value to all readers who would like to obtain a better understanding of the various ways in which different faiths...

Stop Aging, Start Living: The Revolutionary 2-Week pH Diet That Erases Wrinkles, Beautifies Skin, and Makes You Feel Fantastic by Crown Archetype $22.95
Though other skin-care experts have identified free radicals and cellular inflammation as key triggers to the breakdown of healthy skin, renowned dermatologist and former National Institutes of Health fellow Jeannette Graf, M.D., has discovered a way to prevent these saboteurs from developing in the first place—rather than just treating the symptoms they’ve caused. Based on the...

The Psychology of Ageing: An Introduction by Jessica Kingsley Publishers $34.95
This well-established and accessible text has now been completely revised in an expanded fourth edition. Each chapter has been updated to reflect current thinking. The chapters about personality and lifestyle have been significantly expanded. This new edition is essential reading for all those working with older people, as well as a key text for students. This new edition replaces The Psychology...