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PSY-8341 v1: Positive Aging

Lesson 1 Resources

Required Resources

International Handbook of Positive Aging by Rachael E. Docking (Editor); Jennifer Stock (Editor)
ISBN: 9781315678757
Publication Date: 2017-07-14
Docking, R.E., & Stock, J. (Eds.). (2017). International handbook of positive aging (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315678757
Read Chapter 1, 2, & 3
The first three chapters of textbooks provide an introduction to the concept of positive aging. This resource will provide a foundation for the discussion of healthy aging.

What influences quality of life and healthy aging of older persons?
Mallidou, A. A., & Babalola, T. K. (2020). What influences quality of life and healthy aging of older persons? Nursing Care & Research / Nosileia Kai Ereuna, 58, 187–199.
This article provides information about the multi-dimensional nature of the concept of quality of life. Factors that influence quality of life and implications for the aging population are discussed.

Optional Resources

Decade of Healthy Aging Baseline Report
Geneva World Health Organization. (2021, April 30). Decade of healthy ageing baseline report. (2021, April 30). https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240023307