
Age is an important number, but it can also be deceiving. After 40, most people say they feel younger than their years, some lie about their age, and many attempt to hide the signs of growing old.Better with Age addresses the many myths and paradoxes about the aging process. Although most people think of their later years in terms of decline, they can be one of the best times in life. This book presents the latest scientific research about the psychology of aging, coupled with insights from those who have succeeded in doing it well, such as Maya Angelou, Bob Newhart, Jared Diamond, John Glenn, and John Wooden.We are all aging, and many people are concerned about what to expect with advancing years. Retirement, happiness, and brain health are some of the many topics covered in this book. Better with Age shows what we can do now, at any stage in life, to make sure we enjoy old age.
This book investigates the paradox of aging, questioning why society views later life as a period of inevitable decline when scientific evidence suggests it can be a time of psychological growth and fulfillment. Dr. Alan D. Castel, a professor of psychology, utilizes his expertise in memory and aging to synthesize current research with anecdotal evidence. He argues that proactive cognitive and lifestyle choices can significantly improve the quality of life in one's later years, challenging common societal anxieties about the aging process.
What You Will Find
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Experts in gerontology and psychology frequently cite this work for its accessible integration of empirical data and human interest stories. Readers often note that the prose is clear and practical, making complex psychological concepts understandable for a general audience.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
2018-08-29
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190279982
ISBN-13:
9780190279981
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