Beyond successful and active ageing, a theory of model ageing, Virpi Timonen
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Beyond successful and active ageing, a theory of model ageing, Virpi Timonen
Language
eng
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index present
Literary form
non fiction
Main title
Beyond successful and active ageing
Medium
electronic resource
Nature of contents
dictionaries
Oclc number
947222752
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Virpi Timonen
Series statement
Policy Press shorts. ResearchCambridge Social Sciences eBooks
Sub title
a theory of model ageing
Summary
This controversial book argues that concepts such as 'successful' and 'active' ageing are potentially dangerous paradigms that reflect and exacerbate inequalities in older populations. Essential reading for anyone seeking to make sense of social constructions of ageing in contemporary societies.--, Provided by publisher
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