Handbook of Clinical Geropsychology
| Author | : Michel Hersen |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 574 |
| Release | : 2013-11-22 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781489901309 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1489901302 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (302 Downloads) |
Download or read book Handbook of Clinical Geropsychology written by Michel Hersen and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-11-22 with total page 574 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the last two decades, the number of persons over 65 has increased by 65%. Handbook of Clinical Geropsychology focuses attention on how the contributions of clinical psychology address the problems faced by this enormous population. In the first part, chapters cover a historical perspective, clinical geropsychology and U.S. federal policy, psychodynamic issues, and other key topics. Part II details assessment and treatment for a wide range of disorders affecting the elderly. Part III considers such special issues as family caregiving, minority issues, physical activity, and elder abuse and neglect.
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