Psychologies of Ageing: Theory, Research and Practice

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This book brings together a diversity of perspectives on the psychology of ageing. Exploring theoretical, conceptual, empirical and practical viewpoints on the topic, the authors offer insight into a range of contemporary issues. Dedicated chapters discuss themes within social and critical psychology such as ageing identities, sexuality and empathy in palliative care. The second part of the book analyses cognitive and biological aspects of ageing, including stress and health in ageing, dementia and lifestyle, and resilience in frailty in old age. The authors conclude by offering perspectives on community and political psychology, examining home and community supports for older people. Written in an accessible style suitable for students as well as researchers in psychology and the social sciences interested in ageing, this book showcases key theoretical, empirical, and practical issues in later life.

About the author

Elizabeth Peel is Professor in Communication and Social Interaction at Loughborough University, UK. Her most recent books are Ageing and Sexualities (with Rosie Harding) and Critical Kinship Studies (with Damien W. Riggs).

Carol Holland is Professor of Ageing at Lancaster University, UK, and Director of the Centre for Ageing Research. She is a co-ordinator for the European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing.
Michael Murray is Professor of Social and Health Psychology at Keele University, UK. He has co-authored Health Psychology (5 editions) and co-edited Critical Health Psychology and Qualitative Health Psychology (with Kerry Chamberlain).

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