The Global Dynamics of Aging

by Powell, Jason L.; Chen, Sheying

• ISBN13: 9781621009368
• ISBN10: 162100936X
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-06-30
• Publisher: Nova Science Pub Inc
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Summary

This book explores the issue of global ageing and its impact on different nation states across the world. It is in three parts: the first part sets the scene about the challenges of global ageing; part two utilises a number of case studies examining how different nation states manage social issues associated with acing; the final part explores the impact of global ageing on some of the continents such as Europe and the Americas. The book is by its very nature global as it brings researchers from all parts of the world to give the reader a very rich comparative book.

Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction

Global Aging

Quality of Life in Mexico & Spain

Caring for Family & Community Life Instead of Being Cared For: A New Perspective on Ageing Processes in Italy

Work & Later Life in Japan: In Search for New Directions

Ageing & Older People in the Republic of Ireland

A Qualitative Appraisal of Social & Economic Securities of Nigerian Older Persons in a Developing Country

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