Ageing, corporeality and embodiment /

This book investigates the emergence of a 'new ageing' and its realisation through the body. The work explores new forms of embodiment concerned with identity and care of the self, which have seen the body become a site for ageing differently - for ageing without becoming old.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Gilleard, C. J.
Otros Autores: Higgs, Paul
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : Anthem Press, 2013.
Colección:Key issues in modern sociology.
Temas:
Aging > Psychological aspects.
Identity (Philosophical concept)
Aging > Nutritional aspects.
Physical fitness for older people.
Vieillissement > Aspect psychologique.
Identité.
Vieillissement > Aspect nutritionnel.
Condition physique des personnes âgées.
identity.
PSYCHOLOGY > Developmental > Adulthood & Aging.
SELF-HELP > Aging.
SOCIAL SCIENCE > Gerontology.
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Descripción
Sumario:This book investigates the emergence of a 'new ageing' and its realisation through the body. The work explores new forms of embodiment concerned with identity and care of the self, which have seen the body become a site for ageing differently - for ageing without becoming old.
Descripción Física:1 online resource.
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780857283399
0857283391

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