Aging and Ethnicity
1st Edition
Published on 13. November 1987
Book
Paperback/Softback
272 pages
978-0-8039-2729-2 (ISBN)
Description
Are patterns of ageing the same in all ethnic groups? Are there any cultural factors which make growing old better or worse for particular communities? Does racial discrimination affect the quality of life and health care of ageing members of ethnic groups?
In this wide-ranging study in social gerontology, Markides and Mindel integrate literature from sociology, political science, economics, psychology and social work to explore the relationship between ageing and ethnicity. They draw important conclusions for social policy and suggest future directions for research and intervention.
In this wide-ranging study in social gerontology, Markides and Mindel integrate literature from sociology, political science, economics, psychology and social work to explore the relationship between ageing and ethnicity. They draw important conclusions for social policy and suggest future directions for research and intervention.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Thousand Oaks
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Weight
368 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8039-2729-2 (9780803927292)
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Persons
Kyriakos S. Markides, Ph.D., is Annie and John Gnitzinger Professor of Aging Studies at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He is the author or co-author of 210 publications, most of which are in the field of health and aging. The Institute for Scientific Information (ISI) has recently listed Dr. Markides among the most highly cited scientists in the world. He has extensive editorial experience including being the founding and current Editor of the Journal of Aging and Health (SAGE). Dr. Markides has also edited a number of related books, including Minorities, Aging, and Health (SAGE).
Content
Introduction
Theoretical Perspectives and Methodological Issues
Demographic and Socioeconomic Characteristics
Mortality and Health
Family Structure and Family Relations
Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being
Death and Dying
Work, Income, and Retirement
Social Problems and Social Policies
Conclusion
Theoretical Perspectives and Methodological Issues
Demographic and Socioeconomic Characteristics
Mortality and Health
Family Structure and Family Relations
Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being
Death and Dying
Work, Income, and Retirement
Social Problems and Social Policies
Conclusion