Aging: Genetic and Environmental Influences Contributor(s): Bergeman, C. S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0803973772 ISBN-13: 9780803973770 Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: April 1997 Click for more in this series: Individual Differences and Development |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Movements - Behaviorism - Psychology | Developmental - General |
Dewey: 612.67 |
LCCN: 97004592 |
Series: Individual Differences and Development |
Physical Information: 0.44" H x 6" W x 9" L (0.85 lbs) 159 pages |
Themes: - Generational Orientation - Elderly/Aged |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Why do people age differently? Gerontological research has indicated that there are large individual differences in personality, cognitive functioning, physical health, psychological well-being and quality of life in old age. This book explores this variability. Following an overview of family, adoption and twin studies of genetic and environmental influences on ageing, the author examines such topics as: longevity and health research; cognitive functioning, personality and psychopathology; and social support, life events and family environment measures. The book concludes with a summary of finding from gerontological behavioural genetics. |
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