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Aging and Adult Development in the Developing World Applying Western Theories and Concepts
Frank E. Eyetsemitan, James T. Gire
Book Code: H925
ISBN: 0-89789-925-3
ISBN-13: 978-0-89789-925-3
232 pages, figures, tables
Praeger Publishers
Publication: 2/28/2003
List Price: $85.00 (UK Sterling Price: £47.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
Subjects: Reviews:
  • [p]rovides an excellent summary of the need to study the latter part of the life span with regard to the appropriateness of applying Western theories to the developing countries, making the book worthy of consideration for collections supporting the study of gerontology and human development....Upper-division undergraduates through faculty.
    —Choice     October 2003
  • [W]ill broaden the perspective of those who peruse it. This is especially important for Americans who have not worked outside of the United States or with immigrant and undeserved groups within the U.S.
    —Journal of Women and Aging     2004
Description: Most studies of human development in developing societies have focused on the childhood stage, and in a few cases exploration has extended up to adolescence, since this age group represents about half the population in developing societies. The developed world, however, is experiencing a surge in the elderly population and this has spurred its study. There is growing recognition that studies are needed in order to understand aging in all contexts, and to discover how the experience may differ in developing and developed societies. In this book, the authors discuss the appropriateness or inappropriateness of applying Western theories and perspectives to studies of aging in the developing world. The present study critically examines the major theories in the area of aging and adult development, covering such domains as the physical, psychological, and social aspects of aging, death and dying, and social and public policies. Applying the concepts of individualism and collectivism, as well as the global and environmental dimensions of the developing world, the authors have earmarked the theories that seem suitable only to the developed world and those that appear to be universally relevant.
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to Aging and Adult Development in the Developing World
  • Aging and Adult Development in Context
  • Physical and Biological Aspects of Aging and Adult Development
  • Psychological Aspects of Aging and Adult Development
  • Social Aspects of Aging and Adult Development
  • A Seven Country Study of Aging and Adult Development in the Developing World
  • Physical and Mental Health
  • Public Policies
  • Death and Dying
  • Conclusion and Implications for the Future
  • References
LC Card Number: 2002021572
LCC Class: HQ1064
Dewey Class: 305
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