Aging wisely : strategies for baby boomers and seniors /
Levine, Robert, 1939-
Aging wisely : strategies for baby boomers and seniors / Robert A. Levine, MD. - vii, 336 pages ; 24 cm
"Portions of this book were previously published in Aging with attitude: growing older with dignity and vitality by Robert A. Levine (Westport, Conn.: Praeger, 2004)."--Title page verso.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Everyone ages. Not everyone ages well. Aging Wisely explains that much of what happens to our minds and bodies as we grow older depends on our approach to life and our attitudes and feelings about ourselves. Though there are elements beyond our control, we must take advantage of those things we can control while dealing competently with adversity. In describing the impact of aging and various conditions associated with the aging process upon our minds and bodies, Aging Wisely provides readers with the knowledge needed to fight back and maximize their relevance and independence. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the quality of our lives in addition to longevity, for survival alone does not matter if the quality of survival is poor. To age successfully, we must find satisfaction and pleasure in what we do in the time available to us.
1442232951 (hbk. : alk. paper) 9781442232952 (hbk. : alk. paper)
2014003644
GBB477747 bnb
016801703 Uk
Aging--Psychological aspects.
Older people--Health and hygiene.
Older people--Psychology.
Quality of life.
Aging wisely : strategies for baby boomers and seniors / Robert A. Levine, MD. - vii, 336 pages ; 24 cm
"Portions of this book were previously published in Aging with attitude: growing older with dignity and vitality by Robert A. Levine (Westport, Conn.: Praeger, 2004)."--Title page verso.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Everyone ages. Not everyone ages well. Aging Wisely explains that much of what happens to our minds and bodies as we grow older depends on our approach to life and our attitudes and feelings about ourselves. Though there are elements beyond our control, we must take advantage of those things we can control while dealing competently with adversity. In describing the impact of aging and various conditions associated with the aging process upon our minds and bodies, Aging Wisely provides readers with the knowledge needed to fight back and maximize their relevance and independence. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the quality of our lives in addition to longevity, for survival alone does not matter if the quality of survival is poor. To age successfully, we must find satisfaction and pleasure in what we do in the time available to us.
1442232951 (hbk. : alk. paper) 9781442232952 (hbk. : alk. paper)
2014003644
GBB477747 bnb
016801703 Uk
Aging--Psychological aspects.
Older people--Health and hygiene.
Older people--Psychology.
Quality of life.