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New passages: mapping your life across time
Par Gail Sheehy. 1995
In Passages, Sheehy considered life only to the age of fifty. Now she looks at later life as a "second…
adulthood." Sheehy updates her "passages" concept, briefly portrays adulthood, and describes the beginning of a second adulthood. She discusses male and female menopause, the art of aging, money for the future, and the joys of grandparenthood. BestsellerI want more of everything
Par Eda J LeShan, Eda J. LeShan, Eda Leshan. 1994
Sequel to It's Better to Be over the Hill Than under It (DB 33172). This collection of seventy-seven essays, drawn…
for the most part from LeShan's weekly column in Newsday, continues her thoughts on growing old. She writes about needing afternoon naps, taking risks, creating a family, feeling passion, rewriting the address book, letting go of the past, making brave decisions, and retiringThe focus of this book is the struggle between people with visual handicaps and people who work to educate and…
rehabilitate them, with emphasis on those whose experiences with visual handicaps and the rehabilitation system begin early in lifeA Consumer's guide to aging
Par David H. Solomon, Elyse Salend, Anna N. Rahman, Marie B. Liston, David B. Reuben. 1992
Five experts give advice on aspects of aging to those over the age of fifty. Subjects discussed include getting optimal…
nutrition and exercise; maintaining emotional health; dealing with medical care and insurance; managing personal finances; having an active sex life; exploring housing options; relating to family members; and joining, staying in, or leaving the work forceAgeless body, timeless mind: the quantum alternative to growing old
Par Deepak Chopra. 1993
Contrary to our traditional notions of aging, we can learn to direct the way our bodies metabolize time. The author…
combines mindbody medicine with current anti-aging research to show why, and how, the effects of aging are largely preventable. He believes that we can reach our full potential, as well as dramatically reshape the aging process, by intervening at the level where belief becomes biology. 1993.Visual impairment: an overview
Par Ian L. Bailey, Amanda Hall, Ian L Bailey. 1990
This book answers basic questions about vision loss. Provides information on the common causes of low vision, such as eye…
diseases, trauma, or aging. Describes treatments and adaptation techniques for different forms of vision loss. Discusses individuals' reactions and adjustments to their visual conditions. Explains sources of assistance, such as specialists and rehabilitation servicesI dare you! How to stay young forever: How to Stay Young Forever (Mature Reader Ser.)
Par Lucile Bogue. 1990
In her eightieth year, this author offers a prescription for living a full, healthy, and productive life as a senior…
citizen. Topics include common-sense suggestions for exercise, doing something that you love, and conquering fear and pain. But her focus is on creative ways to pursue later years with energy and enthusiasm, and she provides documented ideas for travel and for challenging the mindIt's better to be over the hill than under it: thoughts on life over sixty
Par Eda J LeShan, Eda J. LeShan. 1990
This collection contains seventy-five selections from LeShan's regular columns on aging. She covers topics such as marriage, friendship, retirement, grandchildren,…
sex, health, money, and she encourages the aging to love, grow, accept, and continue to keep their minds alive and receptive"Steve Lopez is insightful, ingenious, and often hilarious as he navigates one of life's biggest questions." —Michael Connelly, #1 New…
York Times bestselling author of The Dark Hours Four-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and longtime Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez explores the meaning of work and how it defines us in this captivating book that combines memoir, investigatory interviews, and practical application. Grappling with his own decision of whether to retire, Lopez uses his reporter skills not only to look inward but also to interview experts and peers to collect a variety of perspectives as he examines the true nature of a person's time, identity, and ultimate life satisfaction. In Independence Day, Lopez talks to those who have chosen to extend their working life to its (il)logical extreme—people like Mel Brooks, still working at 94—those who have happily retired and reinvented themselves outside of the constraints of work, and those who would like to retire but can't because of financial constraints. He also turns to professionals on the matter, like two aging scientists, a geriatric specialist, and a psychiatrist, to understand the research-based reasons to retire. With his trademark poignancy, wisdom, and humor, Lopez establishes a useful polemic for himself and others in planning ahead, as he also evaluates questions of identity, financial limitations, and ultimately what to do with your life when the obituary pages are no longer filled with strangers20/20 is not enough: the new world of vision
Par David Hapgood, Arthur Seiderman, Steven E Marcus. 1989
Discusses the difference between sight, which is present at birth, and vision, which is a learned skill involving the eye…
and the brain. The authors believe that many people with vision problems are not receiving the help they need. c1989.All about glaucoma: questions & answers for people with glaucoma
Par W Leydhecker. 1981
Preparing for a better end: expert lessons on death and dying, for you and your loved ones
Par Dan Morhaim, Shelley Morhaim. 2020
An ER physician gives advice for planning for end-of-life care and contingencies. His goal is to spare families the uncertainty…
and trauma of guessing about the end-of-life wishes of loved ones. Topics include things like hospice care, dementia, legal issues, pain management, organ donation, and communication strategies. 2020Passages in caregiving: turning chaos into confidence
Par Gail Sheehy. 2010
In Passages in Caregiving, Gail Sheehy takes you by the hand and shows you that you will get through this,…
and you will do the right things. She identifies eight crucial stages of caregiving and offers insights for successfully navigating each one. With empathy and intelligence, backed by formidable research, and interspersed with poignant stories of her experience and that of other successful caregivers, Passages in Caregiving addresses the needs of this enormous and growing group. AdultThe Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly: Life Wisdom from Someone Who Will (Probably) Die Before You
Par Margareta Magnusson. 2022
From New York Times bestselling author of The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, a book of humorous and charming…
advice for embracing life and aging joyfully.In her international bestseller The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning Margareta Magnusson introduced the world to the Swedish tradition of döstädning, or “death cleaning”—clearing out your unnecessary belongings so others don’t have to do it for you. Now, unburdened by (literal and emotional) baggage, Magnusson is able to focus on what makes each day worth living. In her new book she reveals her discoveries about aging—some difficult to accept, many rather wondrous. She reflects on her idyllic childhood on the west coast of Sweden, the fullness of her life with her husband and five children, and learning how to live alone. Throughout, she offers advice on how to age gracefully, such as: wear stripes, don’t resist new technology, let go of what doesn’t matter, and more. As with death cleaning, it’s never too early to begin. The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly shows all readers how to prepare for and understand the process of growing older and the joys and sorrows it can bring. While Magnusson still recommends decluttering (your loved ones will thank you!), her ultimate message is that we should not live in fear of death but rather focus on appreciating beauty, connecting with our loved ones, and enjoying our time together. Wise, funny, and eminently practical, The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly is a gentle and welcome reminder that, no matter your age, there are always fresh discoveries ahead, and pleasures both new and familiar to be encountered every day.Chasing life: new discoveries in the search for immortality to help you age less today
Par Sanjay Gupta. 2007
Author of Keep Sharp (DB 101866) presents a guide to functional aging. Topics include the desire to live longer, science…
behind supplements, exercise regimes, memory retention, and preparing for the future. 2007Just getting started: Lessons in life, love and menopause
Par Lisa Snowdon. 2023
Lisa Snowdon is on a mission to spread the word: growing old just means getting better! Having struggled for over…
a decade after starting her menopause in her early forties, Lisa Snowdon has come to realise something she wants all women to understand. This new phase of life is actually a golden opportunity: a chance to become an even stronger, even bolder you. In Just Getting Started, Lisa will support you through the life stages, from fertility to pregnancy, menopause and beyond. By being patient, kind and open-minded, by learning and listening to what your body needs, you too can make it through the menopause with a smile on your face. With no subject off-limits, Lisa guides you through every issue she herself faced, from dealing with weight gain, fighting her hormones, reigniting her sex life and finding a renewed sense of self-love. Refreshingly intimate and hugely inspirational, this is your essential companion to embracing life and enjoying your second spring. Because, really, the best is yet to comeCreating Moments of Joy Along the Alzheimer’s Journey: A Guide for Families and Caregivers
Par Jolene Brackey. 2017
The beloved best seller has been revised and expanded for the fifth edition. Jolene Brackey has a vision: that we…
will soon look beyond the challenges of Alzheimer's disease to focus more of our energies on creating moments of joy. When people have short-term memory loss, their lives are made up of moments. We are not able to create perfectly wonderful days for people with dementia or Alzheimer's, but we can create perfectly wonderful moments, moments that put a smile on their faces and a twinkle in their eyes. Five minutes later, they will not remember what we did or said, but the feeling that we left them with will linger. The new edition of Creating Moments of Joy is filled with more practical advice sprinkled with hope, encouragement, new stories, and generous helpings of humor. In this volume, Brackey reveals that our greatest teacher is having cared for and loved someone with Alzheimer's and that often what we have most to learn about is ourselves.More than meets the eye: what blindness brings to art
Par Georgina Kleege. 2018
Author of Sight Unseen (DB 48328) critically examines the ways institutions make art accessible to blind people and the connection…
of visual arts with language. Uses personal experiences, scientific studies, and historical literary analysis to support her arguments. 2018The human spark: the science of human development
Par Jerome Kagan. 2013
Developmental psychology professor analyzes the factors that shape the human mind. Examines the influence of genetics, the environment, culture, and…
history and discusses the stages of human development. Theorizes on the efficacy of investigation models used by social and biological scientists. 2013Paramedic's step-by-step guide to preventing and treating common injuries and illnesses. Includes instructions for administering CPR and first aid and…
advice for dealing with emergencies such as fires, snakebites, and natural disasters. 2012