Handbook of the Psychology of Aging, Tenth Edition offers insights into emerging areas of research and practice in the field of aging. In addition to its comprehensive coverage of traditional topics such as cognitive aging and social dynamics, this edition highlights key contemporary issues. New to this edition are chapters dedicated to the understanding of emotion and stress regulation in older adults, the intricate relationship between technology and aging, the evolving landscape of work and retirement, and alternative age markers beyond chronological age. As with previous editions, this handbook remains committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice, offering evidence-based strategies.
With its multidisciplinary perspective and practical insights, it continues to serve as an indispensable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students across various disciplines, from psychology and gerontology to public health and social work.
1. Title of Book - p. i 2. Cover image - p. i 3. Title page - p. ii 4. Table of Contents - p. iii 5. Copyright - p. iv 6. List of contributors - p. vii 7. Chapter 1. Conceptual foundations and empirical insights into the psychology of aging: past, present, and future - p. 1 8. Chapter 2. Data and models for multiple timescale processes in aging research - p. 13 9. Chapter 3. Psychological aging as a contextual process: potential for cross-discipline collaborations - p. 27 10. Chapter 4. Cognitive aging: an overview of the field and insights into future directions - p. 47 11. Chapter 5. Plasticity and flexibility in aging: a lifespan perspective - p. 65 12. Chapter 6. Personality development in older adulthood - p. 79 13. Chapter 7. Aging and negative aspects of social ties: implications for health and wellbeing - p. 101 14. Chapter 8. Motivation and control striving in adulthood and old age: culmination of lifelong canalization for better or worse - p. 115 15. Chapter 9. Emotion regulation and stress across adulthood: considering contexts, individual differences, and time scales - p. 131 16. Chapter 10. Views of aging - p. 149 17. Chapter 11. Lifespan developmental perspectives on the reciprocal influences of technology and aging - p. 173 18. Chapter 12. Boosting physical activity in later life: broader potential of interventions aimed at social influences - p. 189 19. Chapter 13. The psychology of aging at work: a review of key research topics and future directions - p. 201 20. Chapter 14. Very old age and the end of life - p. 221 21. Chapter 15. Development across days: where are we now in the study of daily life experiences? - p. 237 22. Chapter 16. Biomarkers for the psychology of aging - p. 255 23. Chapter 17. Early life and the exposome - p. 283 24. Chapter 18. Climate change and older adults - p. 297 25. Chapter 19. Cultural contours of aging - p. 313 26. Chapter 20. Diversity and inclusion of older adults in psychology of aging research: past, present, and future directions - p. 331 27. Chapter 21. Migration, displacement, and aging - p. 351 28. Chapter 22. Psychological health, well-being, and resilience among older sexual and gender minorities: a review and emerging directions - p. 369 29. Chapter 23. Solitude, social isolation, and loneliness - p. 389 30. Index - p. 403
Handbook of the Psychology of Aging, Tenth Edition offers insights into emerging areas of research and practice in the field of aging. In addition to its comprehensive coverage of traditional topics such as cognitive aging and social dynamics, this edition highlights key contemporary issues. New to this edition are chapters dedicated to the understanding of emotion and stress regulation in older adults, the intricate relationship between technology and aging, the evolving landscape of work and retirement, and alternative age markers beyond chronological age. As with previous editions, this handbook remains committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice, offering evidence-based strategies.
With its multidisciplinary perspective and practical insights, it continues to serve as an indispensable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students across various disciplines, from psychology and gerontology to public health and social work.
1. Title of Book - p. i 2. Cover image - p. i 3. Title page - p. ii 4. Table of Contents - p. iii 5. Copyright - p. iv 6. List of contributors - p. vii 7. Chapter 1. Conceptual foundations and empirical insights into the psychology of aging: past, present, and future - p. 1 8. Chapter 2. Data and models for multiple timescale processes in aging research - p. 13 9. Chapter 3. Psychological aging as a contextual process: potential for cross-discipline collaborations - p. 27 10. Chapter 4. Cognitive aging: an overview of the field and insights into future directions - p. 47 11. Chapter 5. Plasticity and flexibility in aging: a lifespan perspective - p. 65 12. Chapter 6. Personality development in older adulthood - p. 79 13. Chapter 7. Aging and negative aspects of social ties: implications for health and wellbeing - p. 101 14. Chapter 8. Motivation and control striving in adulthood and old age: culmination of lifelong canalization for better or worse - p. 115 15. Chapter 9. Emotion regulation and stress across adulthood: considering contexts, individual differences, and time scales - p. 131 16. Chapter 10. Views of aging - p. 149 17. Chapter 11. Lifespan developmental perspectives on the reciprocal influences of technology and aging - p. 173 18. Chapter 12. Boosting physical activity in later life: broader potential of interventions aimed at social influences - p. 189 19. Chapter 13. The psychology of aging at work: a review of key research topics and future directions - p. 201 20. Chapter 14. Very old age and the end of life - p. 221 21. Chapter 15. Development across days: where are we now in the study of daily life experiences? - p. 237 22. Chapter 16. Biomarkers for the psychology of aging - p. 255 23. Chapter 17. Early life and the exposome - p. 283 24. Chapter 18. Climate change and older adults - p. 297 25. Chapter 19. Cultural contours of aging - p. 313 26. Chapter 20. Diversity and inclusion of older adults in psychology of aging research: past, present, and future directions - p. 331 27. Chapter 21. Migration, displacement, and aging - p. 351 28. Chapter 22. Psychological health, well-being, and resilience among older sexual and gender minorities: a review and emerging directions - p. 369 29. Chapter 23. Solitude, social isolation, and loneliness - p. 389 30. Index - p. 403
