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Critical Perspectives on the New Paradigm of Preparing for Old Age: A Life Course Approach

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Published in Preventing Dementia?: Critical Perspectives On A New Paradigm Of Preparing For Old Age (Life Course Culture And Aging: Global Transformations 7)

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The new paradigm of preparing for old age emphasizes the importance of lifelong planning and active aging. This paradigm challenges the traditional view of old age as a time of decline and argues that it can be a time of growth and opportunity.

Preventing Dementia?: Critical Perspectives on a New Paradigm of Preparing for Old Age (Life Course Culture and Aging: Global Transformations 7)

Preventing Dementia?: Critical Perspectives on a New Paradigm of Preparing for Old Age (Life Course, Culture and Aging: Global Transformations Book 7)

by Annette Leibing

5 out of 5

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This book provides a critical examination of the new paradigm of preparing for old age. The authors draw on a variety of disciplines, including sociology, psychology, economics, and gerontology, to provide a comprehensive overview of the new paradigm.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a theoretical overview of the new paradigm of preparing for old age. The second part examines the challenges and opportunities of preparing for old age from a life course perspective. The third part discusses the implications of the new paradigm for policy and practice.

Part I: Theoretical Overview of the New Paradigm of Preparing for Old Age

The first part of the book provides a theoretical overview of the new paradigm of preparing for old age. The authors discuss the key concepts of the new paradigm, including lifelong planning, active aging, and intergenerational solidarity. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities of preparing for old age from a life course perspective.

Part II: Challenges and Opportunities of Preparing for Old Age from a Life Course Perspective

The second part of the book examines the challenges and opportunities of preparing for old age from a life course perspective. The authors discuss the impact of social and economic changes on the lives of older adults. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities of aging in different settings, such as rural and urban areas.

Part III: Implications of the New Paradigm for Policy and Practice

The third part of the book discusses the implications of the new paradigm for policy and practice. The authors discuss the need for policies and programs that support lifelong planning and active aging. They also discuss the need for intergenerational solidarity and the role of older adults in society.

The new paradigm of preparing for old age is a significant departure from the traditional view of old age as a time of decline. This paradigm emphasizes the importance of lifelong planning and active aging. It also challenges the traditional view of old age as a time of isolation and dependence.

This book provides a critical examination of the new paradigm of preparing for old age. The authors draw on a variety of disciplines to provide a comprehensive overview of the new paradigm. The book is a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners who are interested in the challenges and opportunities of preparing for old age.

Preventing Dementia?: Critical Perspectives on a New Paradigm of Preparing for Old Age (Life Course, Culture and Aging: Global Transformations Book 7)

by Annette Leibing

5 out of 5