Age and Dignity

Contents:
Foreword
Preface
Introduction: the importance of dignity
PART I AGEING IN CONTEXT
Introduction to Part I
1 Understanding ageism
2 Dimensions of ageing
3 The policy context
4 The sociology of ageing
5 Cultural differences in ageing
PART II RESPONDING TO THE CHALLENGES OF AGEING
Introduction to Part II
6 Assaults on dignity
7 Promoting dignified care
8 The challenges of dementia
9 Caring for the carers
10 Loss, grief and facing death
Conclusion: Developing anti-ageist practice
Afterword
Glossary
Guide to further learning
Bibliography

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Dignity; ageism; anti-ageism; eldercare; equality and diversity; social justice