Women and Aging: Transcending the Myths

by Linda R. Gannon

Overview

Aging in women has traditionally been defined by the menopause, however it is often social and economic changes which are more important to women.
In Aging in Women Linda Gannon redresses the balance. From a feminist perspective, she critically reviews current research and provides a more comprehensive analysis of the psychological effects of life-span changes for older women. Some of the topics she explores include second careers, empty-nest, divorce, chronic illness, retirement and sexuality.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781134701780
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/15/2005
Series:	ISSN
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Gannon, Linda R.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction; Chapter 2 Psychological Well-Being; Chapter 3 Physical Well-Being; Chapter 4 Menopause; Chapter 5 Sexuality; Chapter 6 Cardiovascular Health; Chapter 7 Osteoporosis; Chapter 8 Concluding Remarks;