簡介
The new edition of the leading textbook on the biopsychosocial processes of aging in adults, fully revised and updated.
Adult Development and Aging, Second Canadian Edition helps student readers understand the aging process both in themselves and in those around them. Approaching the subject from the biopsychosocial perspective ― an innovative model of adult development that takes into account the influences and interactions of complex biological, psychological, and social processes, the authors explore the latest concepts and applications in this exciting academic discipline. Based on Susan Whitbourne's classroom experience teaching her Psychology of Aging course, this engaging textbook integrates current research, real-world data, detailed explanations, and relatable examples to provide a balanced and accessible examination of the subject.
This important work is an invaluable source of topically relevant information for traditional college-age learners and mature returning students alike, as well as for instructors and academic researchers in areas of adult aging and lifespan development.
目錄
Preface v
Chapter 1 Themes and Issues in Adult Development and Aging 1
The Biopsychosocial Perspective 3
Four Principles of Adult Development and Aging 4
The Meaning of Age 8
Key Social Factors in Adult Development and Aging 12
The Baby Boomers Grow Up: Changes in the Middle-Aged and Older Populations in Canada and the World 14
Summary 18
Chapter 2 Models of Development: Nature and Nurture in Adulthood 20
Models of Individual–Environment Interactions 22
Sociocultural Models of Development 24
Psychological Models of Development in Adulthood 29
Biological Approaches to Aging in Adulthood 35
Summary 41
Chapter 3 The Study of Adult Development and Aging: Research Methods 43
Variables in Developmental Research 44
Descriptive (Single-Factor) Research Designs 45
Sequential Research Designs 50
Correlational Designs 53
Types of Research Methods 55
Measurement Issues in Adult Development and Aging 58
Ethical Issues in Research 59
Summary 60
Chapter 4 Physical Changes 62
Appearance 63
Body Build 66
Mobility 68
Vital Bodily Functions 71
Bodily Control Systems 75
Nervous System 79
Summary 88
Chapter 5 Health and Prevention 89
Key Concepts in Health and Prevention 91
Diseases of the Cardiovascular System 91
Cancer 94
Risk Factors and Prevention 95
Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System 98
Diabetes 100
Respiratory Diseases 101
Neurocognitive Disorders 102
Social Determinants of Health and Prevention 108
Summary 108
Chapter 6 Basic Cognitive Functions: Information Processing, Attention, and Memory 110
Processing Speed and Attention 111
Driving and Aging 114
Memory 117
Summary 124
Chapter 7 Higher-Order Cognitive Functions 126
Executive Functioning and Its Measurement 127
Language 130
Everyday Problem-Solving 133
Intelligence 138
The Psychology of Wisdom 142
Summary 144
Chapter 8 Personality 145
Psychodynamic Perspective 147
Trait Approaches 153
Social Cognitive Approaches 155
Cognitive Perspective 156
Midlife Crisis Theories and Findings 159
Summary 162
Chapter 9 Relationships 163
Marriage and Intimate Relationships 164
Families 172
Friendships 181
Summary 182
Chapter 10 Work, Retirement, and Leisure Patterns 183
Work Patterns in Adulthood 185
Vocational Development 187
Vocational Satisfaction 192
Age and Vocational Performance 197
Retirement 198
Leisure Pursuits in Later Adulthood 201
Summary 202
Chapter 11 Mental Health Issues and Treatment 204
Psychological Disorders in Adulthood 205
Elder Abuse 213
Suicide 214
Treatment Issues in Mental Health Care 214
Serious Mental Illness 218
Summary 219
Chapter 12 Long-Term Care 220
An Overview of Long-Term Care 221
Adult Day Programs 227
Relocating to a Long-Term Care Facility 230
Psychological Issues in Long-Term Care 230
The Quality of Long-Term Care Facilities 231
Suggestions for Improving Long-Term Care 233
Summary 236
Chapter 13 Death and Dying 238
What We Know About Death 239
Sociocultural Perspectives on Death and Dying 244
Psychological Perspectives on Death and Dying 245
Issues in End-of-Life Care 246
Bereavement 251
Summary 253
Chapter 14 Successful Aging 254
What is Successful Aging? 256
Creativity and Aging 261
Successful Aging: Final Perspectives 266
Summary 267
Glossary G-1
References R-1
Author Index I-1
Subject Index I-10
