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:	9780415169103
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/15/1999
Series:	Women and Psychology
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

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;