Volume : IV, Issue : XII, December - 2014

Psychology of Old Age : a general review

Dr. Avinash De Sousa

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Old age is a time of stress and strain. The present chapter looks at psychology of old age from various perspective. The concept of old age and its subdivisions along with general perceptions that prevail about old age are discussed. Various adjustments needed to be made for successful adaptation of old age are discussed along with requisites for happiness in old age. Changes seen in the body and mind of old people are discussed along with factors leading to the same. A section on unemployment in old age and the psychology of retirement is also added with the role that family dynamics may play in old people. Attitudes towards religion and death in old age are highlighted as well.

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Dr. Avinash De Sousa Psychology of Old Age : a general review Indian Journal of Applied Research, Vol.4, Issue : 12 December 2014

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