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Understanding Communication and Aging
Developing Knowledge and Awareness
- Jake Harwood - University of Arizona, USA
July 2012 | 344 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Understanding Communication and Aging is the most accessible introductory text in the area of communication and aging. The book examines key topics such as interpersonal and family relationships in old age, media portrayals of aging, cultural variations in intergenerational communication, and health communication in old age. With a lively presentation style, the book presents central research findings in the area while engaging students more broadly in the important questions concerning communication and human aging: Why do some people age more successfully than others? What role does communication play in shaping our attitudes and feelings about getting older? Are there different or better ways in which we could get old? Students will emerge with a greater understanding of communication and aging research, and with a greater interest and sensitivity to the ways in which communication is shaped by, and itself influences, the aging process.
Part I. Introduction to the Study of Aging and Intergenerational Communication
1. Perspectives on Aging
2. A Communication Approach to Aging
Part II. Attitudes About Aging and Interpersonal Communication
3. Stereotypes and Attitudes About Aging and Intergenerational Communication
4. Aging, Identity, Attitudes, and Intergenerational Communication
5. Intragenerational Relationships in Older Adulthood
6. Intergenerational Relationships in Older Adulthood
7. Enhancing Communication with Older Adults
Part III. Social Representations and Mass Communication
8. Mass Communication Portrayals of Older Adults
9. Uses and Effects of Media
10. Culture, Communication, and Aging
Part IV. Contexts of Communication in Older Adulthood
11. Health and Health Care
12. Technology
Part V. Conclusion
13. Conclusion
an easy read and relates well to the aging process, cutlural issues, family relationships, discrimination and prejudice. very thought prevoking
Nursing & Midwifery, Bangor University
July 8, 2013
It is an important book for understanding the particular communication skills required when dealing with older adults. A good guide for acquiring the appropriate knowledge when dealing with this growing population segment.
Sport Sciences, University Campus Suffolk
May 14, 2013
This is an excellent resource for a number of subjects within gerontology. I found the issues around stereotypes and images of ageing useful for my module in particular. Students have found that content very accessible.
Health, Nursing & Midwifery (Hamilton), University of the West of Scotland
November 3, 2012
Well presented comprehensive text on communication and ageing suitable for those studying at specialist or post-graduate gerontological nursing level.
School of Nursing and Midwifery, University College Cork (NUI)
October 12, 2012
this is a book well organized, with essential information for students and easy to understand.
Fundamentos Gerais da Educação, Instituto Politecnico de Viana do Castelo - Escola Superior de Educação
September 27, 2012
Needed something a bit more general regarding long-term care
Communication Dept, Kean University
January 10, 2012
Not broad enough coverage for a class on the psychology of aging. The coverage presented, however, was EXCELLENT for a more specialized course!
Psychology Dept, Virginia Polytechnic Institution / State University
November 12, 2010
