No field of study more completely integrates the mature person over the life course than does gerontology Understanding senior citizens who represent a continually growing population is becoming increasingly important AGING THE INDIVIDUAL AND SOCIETY introduces you to gerontology in a compassionate way that helps you understand older people and how to work with them The book balances academic research and practical discussions integrating social and cultural perspectives with the story of the individual aging process Activities enhance your understanding and skills by providing many opportunities for experiential learning No field of study more completely integrates the mature person over the life course than does gerontology Understanding senior citizens who represent a continually growing population is becoming increasingly important AGING THE INDIVIDUAL AND SOCIETY introduces you to gerontology in a compassionate way that helps you understand older people and how ...to work with them The book balances academic research and practical discussions integrating social and cultural perspectives with the story of the individual aging process Activities enhance your understanding and skills by providing many opportunities for experiential learning