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Geriatric Mental Health Ethicsby Shane S. Bush
Springer Publishing Company 2009; US$ 40.00"The book's genuine value is that it provides the reader with a solid foundation in ethical competence. The ten-step ethical decision-making model described is a clear, structured roadmap to aid in the resolution of common ethical problems .A welcome resource to all geriatric mental health students, practitioners, and educators.". --. Frank A. Cervo, MD, Long Island State Veterans Home, StonyBrook University School of Medicine (From the Afterword). Detailed case studies will guide practitioners through Bush's "Four A's" of ethical decision-making:.: Anticipating and preparing for ethical issues commonly encountered in specific contexts; Avoiding ethical misconduct; Addressing ethical challenges with specific... more...
Key Concepts in Social Gerontologyby Judith E Phillips; Kristine J Ajrouch; Sarah Hillcoat-Nalletamby
Sage Publications Ltd. 2010; US$ 43.00Social gerontology is a new and dynamic field reflecting the increasing interest in ageing across the world. This book provides a readily accessible guide to well established and contested issues, as well as new concepts emerging through cutting edge research in the discipline. The entries give concise, lucid knowledge on what constitutes the 'building blocks' of social gerontology and sets out a clear review of the core concepts, both classic and emerging, in this subject area. Each concept is explored in terms of its: History. Application. Usefulness to theory and research. Significance in practice. They go beyond simple definition of the concepts to look at how each issue has shaped the discipline of social gerontology today. This... more...
Hypertension in the Elderlyby Norman M Kaplan
Informa Healthcare 2002; US$ 25.00Although hypertension rises with age, studies have shown beyond reasonable doubt that lowering the blood pressure in the elderly reduces morbidity and prolongs life. This pocketbook provides a useful reference to this treating the subject. more...
Handbook of Residential Careby John Burton
Routledge 1993; US$ 59.95Residential care is under a national spotlight. This handbook addresses the particular problems experienced by residential staff and offers real examples, case studies, analysis and guidance to those working both with the elderly and children. more...
Natural Hormone Balance for Womenby Uzzi Reiss; Martin Zucker
Simon & Schuster 2001; US$ 11.99A pioneering gynecologist and antiaging specialist with a successful Beverly Hills practice, Dr. Uzzi Reiss shows the way for women who want to turn back the effects of time through natural hormone therapy, but who wonder: is it safe? Does it work? Is hormone therapy right for me? NATURAL HORMONE BALANCE for Women is Dr. Reiss's breakthrough, step-by-step program for women who want to take control of their lives by restoring hormonal balance. This revolutionary, commonsense natural hormone replacement program is designed to meet the individual needs of most women looking to rejuvenate body and mind -- and offers astounding benefits for women of all ages: More energy and stamina * Improved memory * Healthier, more youthful skin... more...
Memory Clinic Guideby Zuzana Walker; Robert Butler
Informa Healthcare 2001; US$ 99.95A short text aimed at all health professionals working in, or learning about memory clinics. It covers all aspects of setting up and operating the clinics, encouraging professionals to provide even better clinics and improved services for patients. more...
Dementiaby Mario Maj; Norman Sartorius
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2003; US$ 83.00Dementia is most frequently associated with aging and is, at present, under-diagnosed and under-represented all over the world. Discrepancies in the diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions implemented in the various clinical contexts are significant and consequently, the need for a review of the currently available research evidence and a discussion of different clinical practices is urgently needed. This book provides a much needed review of the diagnostic procedures and the implementations of therapeutic interventions. * Provides accompanying commentaries by an outstanding line up of contributors * Covers developments in diagnosis, therapy, prognosis, economic evaluation and quality improvement * Provides an unbiased and reliable... more...
Elderly Medicineby Gurcharan S Rai; Graham P Mulley
Informa Healthcare 2001; US$ 114.95This lively guide to active learning focuses on day-to-day management issues providing practical evidence-based advice on common problems encountered in older people. It also includes topics that may perplex both trainee and experienced physician. more...
Life After Ninetyby Michael Bury; Anthea Holme; Margot Jefferys
Routledge 1991; US$ 200.00Life After Ninety examines old age stereotypes and presents a unique picture of the health, quality of life, and social circumstances of the very old. more...
Institutional Abuseby Nicky Stanley; Jill Manthorpe; Bridget Penhale
Routledge 1999; US$ 59.95Brings together a number of different research studies and accounts of institutional abuse from leading academics and researchers. more...