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Contributed by experts, this volume presents some of the important research describing life between the ages of 65-75 or the Crown of Life period. It incorporates some of the important data to address important issues of the early post-retirement period. It includes topics that cover aspects and social issues of retirement and ""The Third Age"".

Examines longevity issues in the fields of biology, behavioral and social sciences, and contemporary methodology. This volume takes on a multidisciplinary perspective, accounting for the complex interplay of the varying factors that affect different aspects of longevity.

This state-of-the-art volume focuses on the evidence base, the practical nature of the optimizing physical activity and function, and the real world recommendations provided by experts in the field. The book has been written by a wide variety of international experts across multiple disciplines, including nursing, medicine, physical therapy, and exercise physiology.

Helps readers see the local problem and concern of aging as a global epidemic affecting all areas of the health care workplace. This title is written for expert administrative leaders and policymakers who can help make a difference at both local and regional levels.

Emphasizes the need to incorporate social, cultural, and demographics into transitional care protocol for elderly patients. It encompasses the larger context of life experience in order to provide optimal pathways through transitions of care for elderly patients and has broad implications for shaping policy and future research.

It is recognized that an individual's experience of old age is fundamentally influenced by their earlier life experiences. This title presents an overview of the theoretical underpinnings of the Life Span and the Life Course perspectives on health disparities in aging populations, examining them in the context of a changing structure of society.

Addresses the need to educate personnel at various levels in gerontology and geriatric medicine and in the design and delivery of health and social services. This title considers the historical development of gerontology and geriatric medicine and education issues with recommendations for curriculum design.