Offers a synergistic view of the complex role of exercise, physical activity and intellectual stimulation in the cognitive and brain functioning of older adults. This volume examines exercise and non-exercise interventions shown to influence cognition and brain plasticity in elderly humans and older animals.
Explores the older population as it increases in size and proportion, and as individuals continue to live longer post-retirement. This book includes topics such as the changes in where older Americans live, or the 'geographic distribution' of the older population; older workers employment and retirement trends; and income of Americans 65 or older.
An assessment of some ethical implications of increasing life spans. Taking as a starting point the idea that to increase longevity is a form of medical enhancement, it examines the value of living longer; the means for extending life spans; the consequences of greater longevity for the fair distribution of resources and healthcare in particular.
Reviews research on various theories and mechanisms responsible for the rate of ageing and maximum longevity of different animals including birds, mammals and humans (to explain how do we age and the velocity of the ageing process). This book also deals with the historical evolutionary explanations of ageing and longevity ('why' do we age).
During the last decades as the population has become older. Compared with younger adults, elderly patients have more severe illnesses, including worsened functional impairment and more frequent and longer hospitalisations. This book fills the gap in the literature available on acute geriatric care.
Reviews research on the various theories and mechanisms responsible for the rate of ageing and maximum longevity of different animals including birds, mammals and humans, to explain 'how' do we age and the velocity of the ageing process. This book deals with the historical evolutionary explanations of ageing and longevity ('why' do we age).
Dealing with every one of the mammalian species that are employed in laboratory research, this book provides details comparative data for age-related changes in its subjects. It does so at the level of the whole animal, its organs, organelles and molecules.
Hypertension and osteoporosis are two major age-related diseases. They are clinically silent disorders with high morbidity and mortality and the link between them has been reported with inconclusive evidence. This title presents research in this field which improves our understanding of the relationship between high blood pressure and bone loss.
Synthesizes research on the topic of human aging and longevity particularly on the theories of inflammation and its effects on human health. The book expands on theories, including the Barker theory of fetal origins of adult disease to consider the role of inflammation and Harmon's free radical theory of aging to include inflammatory damage.
Ageing or aging is the accumulation of changes in an organism or object over time. Ageing in humans refers to a multidimensional process of physical, psychological, and social change. Some dimensions of ageing grow and expand over time, while others decline. This book examines several important issues in the field.
Covers the key aspects of the transformational stage to a menstrual-free lifestyle, focussing on health maintenance. This chart defines menopause and perimenopause and gives a brief description of the changes that may be experienced during menopause. It also illustrates female reproductive anatomy and explains the role of hormones.
Obvious face-lifts and Botox overload are no longer in vogue, but a new generation of fillers, laser treatments, and topical preparations are keeping millions looking younger - and more natural - for decades longer. The author explains how every woman, at any age, can have beautiful, healthy skin without a scalpel or surgery.
Enquires into the normal aging of the oldest old, their health trajectories, their socio-demographic inequalities. This book analyses their daily life, including their social relationships, social support, and activities, and observes how the oldest old adapt to the multiple stresses and challenges of very old age.
Ageing is any change in an organism over time. Ageing refers to a multidimensional process of physical, psychological, and social change. Some dimensions of ageing grow and expand over time, while others decline. Reaction time, for example, may slow with age, while knowledge of world events and wisdom may expand.
From superficial concerns and everyday aches and pains to more serious medical problems, the author answers a range of questions about the physical effects of aging, such as: How much weight gain is normal as we age - and why is it so hard to lose? Is it normal to sleep less at night and nap more during the day?
Personalisation in British social care is linked to both the principle and process that every adult who receives support, will have choice and control over the shape of that support. This book examines the social welfare system in Britain, with a particular focus on personal budgets and the quality of care received.
Ageing has become a global concern. As life expectancy increases so too does the need for information on improving the health of the increasing elderly population. This book covers a range of issues often experienced by ageing people. It promotes healthy lifestyle choices through person-centred education and decision-making.
Aging is an important part of all human societies reflecting the biological changes that occur, but also reflecting cultural and societal conventions. Age is usually measured in full years - and months for young children. This book presents research in this dynamic field.
Addresses issues of active living, cognitive functioning and ageing. This book examines how physical activity could indirectly affect cognitive function by influencing mediators providing physical and mental resources for cognition. It seeks to identify and study sources of individual variations or differences in exercise and cognitive processes.
The idea of assessment in the fields of physical exercise and health refers to a process of attributing values or concepts. This book presents and discusses research which shows physical exercise and health professionals the importance of a program of measurement and assessment which enables to safely prescribe physical exercise to elderly people.
Presents a review of the morphology and function of chromosomes in elderly people. This book discusses topics such as cyclical chromosome properties, mutations, repair, roles of nucleolar organiser regions, and sister chromatid exchanges. It focuses on heterochromatinisation as a key determinant of the genetic apparatus function during senescence.
Presents a comprehensive review of the morphology and function of chromosomes in elderly people. This book focuses on heterochromatinisation as a key determinant of the genetic apparatus function during senescence and an area to seek life-prolonging interventions. It illustrates the progress in the field of cytogenetics of ageing.