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In this informative book, Drs Johnson and Barer present original research showing how those eighty-five and older are adapting to the daily challenges of advanced age. They also examine what competencies people in this group need to survive and continue living within the larger community. The authors address the topics of health and physical status, family and social relationships, and quality of life, as well as the implications of this increase in life expectancy for families and society. An especially interesting feature of the book are vignettes that illustrate how the oldest old perceive and interpret their world, and thereby convey the 'aura of survivorship'. This book will be of interest to students, researchers, and policy makers in the fields of ageing and wellness.

Life Beyond 85 Years

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    A Paperback / softback by Colleen L. Johnson, Barbara M. Barer

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      Publisher: Prometheus Books
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/07/2003
      ISBN13: 9781591020882, 978-1591020882
      ISBN10: 1591020883

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      Book Synopsis
      In this informative book, Drs Johnson and Barer present original research showing how those eighty-five and older are adapting to the daily challenges of advanced age. They also examine what competencies people in this group need to survive and continue living within the larger community. The authors address the topics of health and physical status, family and social relationships, and quality of life, as well as the implications of this increase in life expectancy for families and society. An especially interesting feature of the book are vignettes that illustrate how the oldest old perceive and interpret their world, and thereby convey the 'aura of survivorship'. This book will be of interest to students, researchers, and policy makers in the fields of ageing and wellness.

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