Ageing Issues in India: Practices, Perspectives and Policies (International Perspectives on Aging, 32)

Author: Shankardass, Mala Kapur

Edition: 1st ed. 2021

Number Of Pages: 405

EAN: 9789811658266

Release Date: 26-11-2021

Languages: English

Binding: hardcover

Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches

Details: This book explores various practices and policies related to ageing issues in India. It addresses ageing concerns from a theoretical and empirical viewpoint with in-depth analyses of existential dimensions of ageing. It provides deep insights into ageing in India by discussing demographics related to health and social differentials, gender concerns, retirement problems, epidemiological transition taking place in the country with rising problem of dementia and mental health problems. It consists of 23 chapters written by various established as well as upcoming scholars in the field. The authors cover a broad range of topics with regard to provisions for institutional care, geriatric practice and emerging issues of elder abuse. The book will appeal to professionals and to lay people getting interested in ageing India from a social, health, gender, economic, psychological and emotional aspects.