Valuing Older People: Positive Psychological Practice

by Stirling, Elspeth
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ISBN: 9780470683347
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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
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Stirling, Elspeth
  • ISBN: 9780470683347
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 10.00 x 1.00
  • Number Of Pages: 224
  • Publication Year: 2010

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