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The instant New York Times bestseller from the author of Reviving Ophelia--a guide to wisdom, authenticity, and bliss for women as they age--now with a new foreword by the author.

Women growing older contend with ageism, misogyny, and loss. Yet as Mary Pipher shows, most older women are deeply happy and filled with gratitude for the gifts of life. Their struggles help them grow into the authentic, empathetic, and wise people they have always wanted to be.

In Women Rowing North, Pipher offers a timely examination of the cultural and developmental issues women face as they age. Drawing on her own experience as daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, caregiver, clinical psychologist, and cultural anthropologist, she explores ways women can cultivate resilient responses to the challenges they face. If we can keep our wits about us, think clearly, and manage our emotions skillfully, Pipher writes, we will experience a joyous time of our lives. If we have planned carefully and packed properly, if we have good maps and guides, the journey can be transcendent.

This profoundly wise look at how to foster connections, attachment, and resiliency explains why working through discord is the key to better relationships. (Sue Johnson, bestselling author of Hold Me Tight)

You might think that perfect harmony is the defining characteristic of healthy relationships, but the truth is that human interactions are messy, complicated, and confusing. And according to renowned psychologist Ed Tronick and pediatrician Claudia Gold, that is not only okay, it is actually crucial to our social and emotional development. In The Power of Discord they show how working through the inevitable dissonance of human connection is the path to better relationships with romantic partners, family, friends, and colleagues.
Dr. Tronick was one of the first researchers to show that babies are profoundly affected by their parents' emotions and behavior via The Still-Face Experiment. His work, which brought about a foundational shift in our understanding of human development, shows that our highly evolved sense of self makes us separate, yet our survival depends on connection. And so we approximate, iteratively learning about one another's desires and intentions, and gaining confidence in the process as we correct the mistakes and misunderstandings that arise.
Working through the volley of mismatch and repair in everyday life helps us form deep, lasting, trusting relationships, resilience in times of stress and trauma, and a solid sense of self in the world. Drawing on Dr. Tronick's research and Dr. Gold's clinical experience, The Power of Discord is a refreshing and original look at our ability to relate to others and to ourselves.

At a time when many people around the world are living into their tenth decade, the longest longitudinal study of human development ever undertaken offers some welcome news for the new old age: our lives continue to evolve in our later years, and often become more fulfilling than before.

Begun in 1938, the Grant Study of Adult Development charted the physical and emotional health of over 200 men, starting with their undergraduate days. The now-classic Adaptation to Life reported on the men's lives up to age 55 and helped us understand adult maturation. Now George Vaillant follows the men into their nineties, documenting for the first time what it is like to flourish far beyond conventional retirement.

Reporting on all aspects of male life, including relationships, politics and religion, coping strategies, and alcohol use (its abuse being by far the greatest disruptor of health and happiness for the study's subjects), Triumphs of Experience shares a number of surprising findings. For example, the people who do well in old age did not necessarily do so well in midlife, and vice versa. While the study confirms that recovery from a lousy childhood is possible, memories of a happy childhood are a lifelong source of strength. Marriages bring much more contentment after age 70, and physical aging after 80 is determined less by heredity than by habits formed prior to age 50. The credit for growing old with grace and vitality, it seems, goes more to ourselves than to our stellar genetic makeup.

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A smart, research-driven case for why optimism, kindness, and strong social networks will help us live to 100.

From the day her daughter was born, science journalist Marta Zaraska fretted about what she and her family were eating. She fasted, considered adopting the keto diet, and ran a half-marathon. She bought goji berries and chia seeds and ate organic food.

But then her research brought her to read countless scientific papers and to interview dozens of experts in various fields of study, including molecular biochemistry, epidemiology and neuroscience. What Marta discovered shattered her long-held beliefs about aging and longevity. A strong support network of family and friends, she learned, lowers mortality risk by about 45 percent, while exercise only lowers it by about 23 percent. Volunteering your free time lowers it by 22 percent or so, while certain health fads like turmeric haven't been shown to help at all. These revelations led Marta Zaraska to a simple conclusion: In addition to healthy nutrition and physical activity, deepening friendships, practicing empathy and contemplating your purpose in life can improve your lifespan.

Through eleven chapters that take her around the world, from catching wild mice in the woods of central England to flower arranging with octogenarians in Japan, from laboratories to hugging centres, Marta embarks on an absorbing, entertaining and insightful journey to determine the habits that will have the greatest impact on our longevity.

Deeply researched and expertly reported, Growing Young will dramatically change the way you seek a longer, happier life.

In a world where many are granted an extended lease on life, how do we make the most of our elder years?

Journey with two lifelong friends as they embark on a mission to unravel the mysteries of successful aging, as they approach elderhood themselves. Their discoveries become a beacon for anyone seeking purpose and fulfillment in later years.

Delve into a jargon-free exploration of psychoanalysis, combined with the latest findings on aging, to bring elderhood into sharp focus. What are its challenges? And more importantly, what are the skills required to navigate them?

Witness the inspirational life stories of 52 elders interviewed during the turbulent times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Their tales serve as a testament to the unique trajectories that lead us to our golden years.

Building upon Erik Erikson's iconic human development model, the authors introduce a groundbreaking 9^th stage of potential growth: Elder Identity Revision. Understand the tasks that await in elderhood and acquire the indispensable tools to face them head-on.

With many of today's elders experiencing up to 25 more years of life in good physical and cognitive condition than past generations, the urgency to lead a purposeful, impactful, and fulfilling elderhood has never been greater. Fueling this insightful journey is the authors' unwavering belief that it's never too late to evolve, to grow, and to make every moment count. Dive in and redefine what it means to age wisely. Along the way, discover how to contribute to the world around you and develop the skills required to successfully complete your one and only life cycle.

The social art of biography work has grown from the insights of Rudolf Steiner's spiritual science--insights that have proved useful in identifying and exploring the archetypal rhythms and milestones of human life. The most well-known, even obvious, of these are the roughly seven-year rhythms of early childhood, childhood, and adolescence, culminating in the transition to adulthood around the age of twenty-one.

But this and other archetypal rhythms continue to unfold throughout life, perhaps more subtly and certainly in the most differentiated and individualized of ways. These have often been explored, especially as they pertain to the active years of adulthood. But less has been written about the so-called elder years. This volume seeks to remedy that.

Written and edited by longtime students and practitioners of anthroposophic biography work, all of whom have completed at least ten cycles of seven-years, this unique volume aims to address, first hand, the joys and sorrows, triumphs and realities, of these years, when the ripe fruits of a life truly lived swell with seeds for the future.

A must-read for adults with autism.
--Wendela Whitcomb Marsh, author of Independent Living with Autism

Independent adult life is hard. Add the challenges that come with neurodiversity, and adulting can feel nearly impossible--unless you've got the right tools.

As a young person with autism, Ron Sandison navigated into independent adult life through painful trial and error. But with perseverance he found his own path to success, earning a master's degree, building a family, and enjoying a career in the medical field and academia.

In Adulting on the Spectrum, he empowers you with the lessons he's learned, such as how to

• build and maintain friendships
• have a healthy and hygienic lifestyle
• avoid the pitfalls of dating
• manage emotions and sensory issues

Filled with inspiring accounts from individuals with autism who have achieved their goals and with Ron's faith journey sprinkled throughout, this unique and realistic guide features easy-to-follow instructional teaching, reflective questions, and fun activities. It is designed to ease the transition to adulthood and help manage the nuanced aspects of life with autism.

Por qué sigo aquí? Por qué Dios me deja sufrir tanto tiempo?

La fragilidad, la dependencia y el dolor constante pueden conducir a la desesperanza espiritual en las personas adultas mayores. Aunque de vez en cuando nos inspiran las noticias sobre un extraordinario cumpleaños numero cien, es más común afligirse a medida que los seres queridos se debilitan.

Con compasión y honestidad, Buchanan da voz a las personas que tienen que depender de otras para que les ayuden en las tareas diarias. Muestra a quienes les cuidan y a sus seres queridos que vivir con un propósito en la vejez es una extensión de los desafíos vividos durante toda la vida:

aprender a ofrecer nuestra voluntad a la de Diosconfiar en la gracia de Diosseguir respondiendo con la alegría y la fortaleza de la fe

Buchanan fomenta la empatía con las personas ancianas frágiles y expresa sus preocupaciones más profundas sin dar vueltas a los temas difíciles. Cuarenta y dos meditaciones breves y reconfortantes ofrecen aliento espiritual a quienes se enfrentan ahora a las limitaciones diarias y al deterioro de la salud.

Las meditaciones están escritas en primera persona, lo que permite a quienes las leen hablar directamente con Dios sobre sus preocupaciones. Con cada meditación se incluyen escrituras de apoyo del Nuevo Testamento y de los Salmos. Buchanan escribe sobre las experiencias de las personas cristianas de toda la vida, así como de las personas ancianas no creyentes que están pensando de nuevo en Dios.

Ayude a un ser querido a encontrar una razón y una forma de vivir el propósito de Dios a pesar de sus limitaciones.

In an unprecedented series of studies, Harvard Medical School has followed 824 subjects -- men and women, some rich, some poor -- from their teens to old age. Harvard's George Vaillant now uses these studies -- the most complete ever done anywhere in the world -- and the subjects' individual histories to illustrate the factors involved in reaching a happy, healthy old age.

He explains precisely why some people turn out to be more resilient than others, the complicated effects of marriage and divorce, negative personality changes, and how to live a more fulfilling, satisfying and rewarding life in the later years. He shows why a person's background has less to do with their eventual happiness than the specific lifestyle choices they make. And he offers step-by-step advice about how each of us can change our lifestyles and age successfully. Sure to be debated on talk shows and in living rooms, Vaillant's definitive and inspiring book is the new classic account of how we live and how we can live better. It will receive massive media attention, and with good reason: we have never seen anything like it, and what it has to tell us will make all the difference in the world.

Later life can be a time when our established routines and coping strategies are challenged by retirement, losses, changes in social role and disabilities, resulting in frightening threats to the integrity of self. Such changes may jeopardise longstanding and cherished ways of relating - patterns that may seem to be bound up with our very identity, but which may become problematic or restrictive as circumstances evolve. Part of the 'Innovations in CAT' series, and written by CAT practitioners along with service users, Conversations in Later Life offers an antidote to the philosophy of 'don't make a fuss'. Taking a lifespan approach, it provides an understanding of emotional difficulties in later life along with a means to look after feelings in order to better manage distress. With its emphasis on social context and development of the self over time, CAT is well-placed to explore issues of identity as they evolve with age.

Are you a senior, 65 years or older?

Are you a family member of a senior?

Do you provide care for a senior?

Is your healthcare plan meeting your needs? The needs of the senior in your family?

Is your senior family member unhoused?

Are you without a life plan? A medical directive?

Is your retirement plan failing you?

If you answered Yes to any of these questions, this book is for you.

Every day in our nation 12,000 people become 65 years old. Ten thousand seniors per day retire. Only one third of our senior population have a life plan or medical directive. Half of the homeless people in the United States are over 50 years old. Every night in this country significant numbers of seniors go to sleep food deprived. Elder abuse has been identified as the crime of the twenty-first century. This book addresses these issues and more. It offers the reader information and challenges each of us to actively seek solutions for our aged population. Today it is about the senior - tomorrow it may be about you. The problems that seniors face affect us all.

Qué diferencia el comportamiento beta del alfa? Qué es la seducción y cómo aplicarla para conocer mujeres y disfrutar relaciones?
La masculinidad vive una crisis que amenaza a la humanidad, el objetivo de este libro es revelar esos secretos que te llevarán a tener relaciones donde ambos disfruten. Te han atacado por tu forma de ser hombre? Ya no sabes ni quién eres?
Los betas le prestan demasiada atención a las mujeres intentando ligar y realmente así no generan atracción, todo lo contrario.
En cambio, los alfas viven en abundancia, disfrutando los manjares de la vida.
Los problemas de las relaciones sociales, fruto del desconocimiento y la desinformación, son terribles: acoso, violencia, suicidios... Millones de personas sufriendo porque no saben relacionarse.
Lee este libro, aplícalo a tu vida, compártelo y haz de este un mundo mejor, para ti y para todos.

As young adults strive to create their own identities, they need to learn how to express themselves in meaningful ways, form relationships, adjust to changing situations, and persevere in the face of challenges. When this transition to adulthood is coupled with mental health issues, it becomes even more important for individuals to have strategies they can use to tackle life's major hurdles and regain control.

In The CBT Toolbox for Young Adults, you'll find 170 solution-focused exercises and activities to help this critical age group build greater independence, harness their unique strengths, and learn healthy ways to adapt to their changing worlds. Grounded within a cognitive behavioral approach, the easily reproducible and ready-to-use tools inside will

allow clients to:

- Build resiliency

- Manage their moods

- Communicate effectively

- Set boundaries

- Reframe faulty thoughts

- Express empathy

- Self-advocate

- Develop healthy work habits

- Enhance time management and budgeting skills

- Set and achieve realistic goals

- Thrive as they enter adulthood

For decades Erik H. Erikson's concept of the stages of human development has deeply influenced the field of contemporary psychology. Here, with new material by Joan M. Erikson, is an expanded edition of his final work. The Life Cycle Completed eloquently closes the circle of Erikson's theories, outlining the unique rewards and challenges--for both individuals and society--of very old age.

This multidimensional text on the psychology of aging prepares future professionals with unparalleled depth, fresh insights, and comprehensive coverage

Crafted to equip students across disciplines with a comprehensive understanding of the psychology of aging, this text delves into the multidimensional facets of aging, spanning psychological, biological, and social dimensions. From neuroplasticity to health theories, readers are primed for careers intersecting with the older adult demographic, whether in research or healthcare. With updated content reflecting recent events and research--including the impact of COVID-19 and new chapters on the social context of aging--this edition provides fresh perspectives and insights.

Written with the advanced level student in mind, this textbook stands out notably with its targeted focus on older adults. While others offer broad coverage across adult age ranges, this book delves exclusively into the complexities of aging, offering unparalleled depth and insight. With extensive coverage of critical topics such as changes to the brain, neuroimaging research methods, neurocognitive disorders, cultural nuances, and legal and ethical considerations, the text ensures a comprehensive understanding of aging psychology. What truly distinguishes the book is the expertise behind it--helmed by two editors deeply immersed in clinical practice, teaching, and research in aging, and bolstered by diverse perspectives from over 20 contributors. Purchase includes online access via most mobile devices or computers.

New to the Second Edition:

• Learning objectives at the start of each chapter guide student understanding.
• Updated case studies and content reflect recent research and events, including the latest DSM and the impact of COVID-19.
• New chapters on the social context of aging, models of aging, the aging body, and age-related illnesses offer fresh perspectives and insights.

Key Features:

• Explores current issues in aging psychology comprehensively, from neuroimaging to intersectionality.
• Designed for interdisciplinary use, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
• Stimulates critical thinking with discussion questions at the end of every chapter.
• Enhanced instructor resources include an Instructor Manual, Sample Syllabi, chapter PowerPoints, and a Transition Guide from the first to second edition.

This is also true in psychiatry, where the number of geriatric psychiatry specialists falls far short of the need. Because of this unbalance, general psychiatrists--many of whom have little or no training or experience in dealing with older adults and their specific issues--are now being called upon to offer care to this population.

In this book, Sakauye covers issues fundamental to the field of geriatric psychiatry that are not addressed well in general adult training:

• Late-life development
• Biology of aging
• Common medical illnesses associated with aging
• Neurobiology of degenerative disorders
• Geriatric psychopharmacology
• Psychotherapeutic modifications for special populations, such as patients with cognitive impairment
• Multidisciplinary care and family involvement
• Specific studies of older adults as a special population (differences)

While specialists will find it a useful resource for brushing up on fundamentals, Geriatric Psychiatry Basics is the ideal handbook for non-specialists who need a quick reference or primer on the issues central to geriatric care. In it, Sakauye, a geriatric psychiatrist who worked closely with the elderly victims of Hurricane Katrina, explores the most commonly encountered issues and problems--from memory impairment, Alzheimer's, delirium, dementia, and cognitive disorders, to depression, psychosis, anxiety, substance abuse, somatoform, and sleep disorders.

Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment options, including pharmacotherapy, are addressed for each presenting problem, and clinical pearls--nuggets of critical information, common pitfalls, differentiation protocols between normal and abnormal behavior, etc.--are clearly addressed. The use of psychotherapeutic interventions for older adults as well as psychiatric care in nursing homes and other inpatient facilities is also explained, making this an immensely practical and user-friendly handbook for all mental health professionals on how to deliver proper geriatric mental health services.

This spirited collection of quotes and musings celebrates the joy and wisdom that come with our later years. Laugh, embrace, and love the ride of life!

Just like a valuable antique, your smooth finish may have become a little lined and your legs may creak from time to time. But don't worry: even if you no longer have all your original parts and nobody can find your instruction manual, it's great to be vintage!

Whether you're a silver surfer or a golden oldie, you've still got what it takes (it just takes a little longer than it used to). Yes, there's the memory loss, wrinkles and the receding hairline but you're worldly-wise and have a lifetime of anecdotes to show for it all. And besides, we'll all be old-timers one day - but today it's your turn!

Full of senior sagacity and elderly erudition, this spirited and joyful collection of quotes and musings about our latter years celebrates the lighter side of ageing. Encouraging you to laugh, embrace and love the ride, this book will show you that it really is the life in your years that counts.

An insightful, joyful tour of the transformative powers of starting something new, no matter your age--from the bestselling author of Traffic and You May Also Like

Vanderbilt elegantly and persuasively tackles one of the most pernicious of the lies we tells ourselves--that the pleasures of learning are reserved for the young. --Malcolm Gladwell, bestselling author of Outliers

Why do so many of us stop learning new skills as adults? Are we afraid to be bad at something? Have we forgotten the sheer pleasure of beginning from the ground up? Inspired by his young daughter's insatiable curiosity, Tom Vanderbilt embarks on a yearlong quest of learning--purely for the sake of learning. Rapturously singing Spice Girls songs in an amateur choir, losing games of chess to eight-year-olds, and dodging scorpions at a surf camp in Costa Rica, Vanderbilt tackles five main skills but learns so much more. Along the way, he interviews dozens of experts about the fascinating psychology and science behind the benefits of becoming an adult beginner and shows how anyone can get better at beginning again--and, more important, why they should take those first awkward steps. Funny, uplifting, and delightfully informative, Beginners is about how small acts of reinvention, at any age, can make life seem magical.

Role models are not just for the young. Professional life coach Peggy Bonsee believes they are just as important in later years as when we start out in life. This book profiles five golden ladies who inspired and taught her by tackling the inevitable challenges of age with creativity and panache. Readers will meet the wise and funny Claire, the smart and modest Jane, the practical and loving Lilma, the fearless Estelle, and the very unconventional Maggie. As their lively profiles show, these very different women shared a determination to live as fully as possible throughout their long and richly experienced lives, modeling the kinds of attitudes and decisions that will help readers negotiate the challenges of later life and enjoy increased well-being despite the circumstances. Thoughtful reflections, optional exercises, and a valuable resource section add guidance to inspiration, making this book an invaluable resource for baby boomers facing retirement or anyone interested in the choices and attitudes that contribute to living well at any age.