Gerontological Social Work
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Overview
The handbook is a much needed contribution not only to social work literature but also to the broader field of gerontology. (Social Work)
Synopsis
Gerontological and geriatric specializations are emerging in practically all human service professions, which is not surprising when we consider that American society is undergoing what Cowgill (1977) termed a "revolution of age," an unprecedented decline of mortality and fertility rates. The net effects are obvious: as few children are born and more adults survive into advanced senescence, the elderly are becoming a proportionally larger segment of society. Moreover, the average life expectancy is inching up relentlessly toward the ninth decade of life, and it is no longer uncommon to find two generations in retirement within the same family lineage. Retirement itself is a novel institution. It has created a life-style based upon economically non-producing leisure roles that may eventually encompass a good third of a person's life span.Editorials
Social Work
The handbook is a much needed contribution not only to social work literature but also to the broader field of gerontology.Booknews
Thirty contributors provide up-to-date advice for professionals involved in home-, community-, and institution-based services for the elderly. Thoroughly revised, with a number of chapters completely new to this edition, including discussion of the ethnic factor in social work, and ethical issues. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
June 8, 1990
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Pages
694
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780231069021