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UNINA9910810901903321 |
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Titolo |
Wellbeing in later life / / edited by Thomas B.L. Kirkwood and Cary L. Cooper |
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Chichester, West Sussex : , : John Wiley & Sons, , 2014 |
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ISBN |
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Descrizione fisica |
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1 online resource (445 p.) |
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Collana |
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Wellbeing : a complete reference guide ; ; volume IV |
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Altri autori (Persone) |
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KirkwoodT. B. L |
CooperCary L |
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Disciplina |
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Soggetti |
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Older people |
Aging |
Well-being |
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Lingua di pubblicazione |
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Formato |
Materiale a stampa |
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Livello bibliografico |
Monografia |
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Note generali |
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Description based upon print version of record. |
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Nota di bibliografia |
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Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Nota di contenuto |
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part 1. Longevity and wellbeing -- part 2. Factors influencing wellbeing -- part 3. Wellbeing at the end of life -- part 4. Comparative perspectives on wellbeing. |
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Sommario/riassunto |
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Well being in Later Life uses the latest research from a variety of disciplines to address and correct common myths and misconceptions about aging. Covers topics ranging from biological mechanisms that affect aging to lifestyle, attitudes, and social factors Examines the challenges of humanity's increasing life expectancy and includes recommendations for maintaining and enhancing well being in later life Makes meaningful connections between research and practice to link aspects of aging which have previously been considered separate Part of the six-volume |
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