
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 psychological and cognitive paradoxes of aging to determine how individuals can maintain well-being and productivity in their later years. Dr. Alan D. Castel, a professor of psychology, synthesizes current scientific research with anecdotal evidence from high-achieving older adults. The work argues that aging is not inherently a process of decline, but rather a period that can be optimized through specific behavioral and cognitive strategies.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts in gerontology and psychology frequently cite this work for its accessible integration of academic research and practical life advice. Readers often note that the prose is engaging and avoids overly dense jargon, making it a useful resource for both general audiences and those interested in the science of aging.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
2018-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190279990
ISBN-13:
9780190279998
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