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This book examines the growing importance of positive psychology and its connection to later life. * Applies Social Role Valorisation (SVR) principles to care of older people, particularly those with seriously disabling conditions such as dementia, stroke, and multiple health problems * Provides a comprehensive body of positive principles and practical approaches for those who care for older people * Examines the impact of the devaluation of older people’s lives in the context of societies dependent on technology * Demonstrates how more age-inclusive societies and open awareness of later-life issues are fundamental to strong communities, as well as to personal happiness and resilience Content: Chapter 1 The Psychology and Ecology of Ageing (pages 1–16): Chapter 2 Preventive Psychology in Later Life (pages 17–46): Chapter 3 Assessment in the New Paradigm (pages 47–57): Chapter 4 New Paradigm Principles for Intervention (pages 59–85): Chapter 5 Older People with Cognitive Disabilities (pages 87–134): Chapter 6 New Paradigm Principles of Service Design (pages 135–153): Chapter 7 Psychological Therapies with Older People (pages 155–187):

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Author

Elspeth Stirling(auth.)

Publisher

John Wiley & Sons, Ltd

Published

2010

Language

EN

ISBN

9780470660096

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Psychology, Social Science, Social Sciences