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Jennifer Hillman - Sexuality and Aging: Clinical Perspectives - 9781461433989 - V9781461433989
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Sexuality and Aging: Clinical Perspectives

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Description for Sexuality and Aging: Clinical Perspectives hardcover. The myth of the sexual inactivity of older people has long been exploded. This valuable work assembles the latest material on a range of sexual concerns experienced by our elders, from HIV/AIDS to body image problems, and includes telling personal testimony. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JMU; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 642.
Despite continuing ageist beliefs that sexuality is a privilege designed only for the young and physically healthy, research continues to indicate that the majority of older adults maintain interest in sexuality and may engage in fulfilling sexual behavior well into their last decade of life. Unfortunately, many professionals remain unaware of general knowledge of elderly sexuality, including the expected and normal physiological changes that can occur within the context of both male and female aging. The presence of chronic illness and other medical problems certainly can influence the expression of an aging adult’s sexuality, and emergent research suggests that there ... Read more

Product Details

Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer/Sci-Tech/Trade United States
Number of pages
316
Condition
New
Number of Pages
316
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9781461433989
SKU
V9781461433989
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About Jennifer Hillman
Jennifer Hillman, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology at The Pennsylvania State University. She has received specialized training in both geropsychology and neuropsychology, and has worked extensively with older adults in a variety of contexts, including outpatient treatment centers, day treatment centers, inpatient units, community-based educational programs, and nursing homes. She has published numerous articles and ... Read more

Reviews for Sexuality and Aging: Clinical Perspectives
"Sexuality and Aging: Clinical Perspectives by Jennifer Hillman is a welcome addition to the field of geropsychology and mental health, addressing a concern of aging that has been sorely neglected. Attempting to bridge this gap, the American Psychological Association and American Bar Association have collaborated to produce handbooks for psychologists, lawyers, and judges to specifically address issues such as capacity ... Read more

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