Main description:

This authoritative reference work contains more than 300 entries covering all aspects of the multi-disciplinary field of adult development and aging Brings together concise, accurate summaries of classic topics as well as the most recent thinking and research in new areas Covers a broad range of issues, from biological and physiological changes in the body to changes in cognition, personality, and social roles to applied areas such as psychotherapy, long-term care, and end-of-life issues Includes contributions from major researchers in the academic and clinical realms 3 Volumes www.encyclopediaadulthoodandaging.com

Contents:

Volume I Alphabetical List of Entries vii Thematic List of Entries xiii About the Editors xix Contributors xxiii Introduction xcvii Adulthood and Aging A Volume II Adulthood and Aging Volume III Adulthood and Aging Z Index