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Winner, 2009 Richard Kalish Innovative Publication Award. Gerontological Society of AmericaA spiritual life, one focused on personal growth and deep human experience, is a major focus and motivator for people over the age of forty. Yet there is a marked lack of rigorous academic study of spirituality's importance in the lives of aging people. Noted gerontologist Robert C. Atchley remedies this problem by developing complex concepts and language about spirituality.Spirituality and Aging incorporates material from two decades of interviews, observations, study, and reflection to illustrate ways of thinking about and discussing spiritualitywhat it is, why it is important, and how it influences the experience of aging. This book provides a nuanced view of spirituality and the richness it brings to the lives of older people.The book is divided into three sections, with the first providing basic frames of reference for examining spirituality and aging, such as the nature of spirituality, spiritual development, and the spiritual self. Atchley next focuses on two dimensions of spirituality that are likely to manifest later in life: becoming a sage (developing the capacity to bring spiritual light to everyday issues) and serving from spirit (creating opportunities for service that are rooted in spirituality). The last section illustrates how spirituality informs other aspects of late life, such as psychological coping and the experience of dying and death.Separating spirituality from religionsomething few books on this topic doSpirituality and Aging offers a plan for incorporating spirituality into gerontological scholarship, research, education, and practice.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Spirituality and Aging'? A: The main focus of 'Spirituality and Aging' is to explore the significance of spirituality in the lives of older adults, emphasizing personal growth and deep human experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Spirituality and Aging'? A: The author of 'Spirituality and Aging' is Robert C. Atchley, a noted gerontologist.
- Q: When was 'Spirituality and Aging' published? A: 'Spirituality and Aging' was published on March 1, 2009.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: The key themes include the nature of spirituality, spiritual development, becoming a sage, serving from spirit, and the influence of spirituality on psychological coping and the experience of dying.
- Q: How is the book structured? A: 'Spirituality and Aging' is divided into three sections: examining spirituality and aging, focusing on dimensions of spirituality in later life, and discussing spirituality's impact on late-life experiences.
- Q: Is 'Spirituality and Aging' suitable for academic studies? A: Yes, the book offers a plan for incorporating spirituality into gerontological scholarship, making it suitable for academic studies.
- Q: What type of book is 'Spirituality and Aging'? A: 'Spirituality and Aging' is categorized as a self-help book, specifically addressing the spiritual needs and experiences of aging individuals.
- Q: What condition is the book available in? A: 'Spirituality and Aging' is available as a new hardcover book.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Spirituality and Aging'? A: 'Spirituality and Aging' contains a total of 224 pages.
- Q: Does the book separate spirituality from religion? A: Yes, 'Spirituality and Aging' distinctly separates spirituality from religion, offering a unique perspective on the topic.