Aging: An Encyclopedia for Adding Years to Your Life and Life to Your Years

Aging: An Encyclopedia is the first complete volume on aging: the medical, psychological, social, political, public and private aspects. Some 80 entries present accurate information on diseases and disorders, mental and physical, and the latest research on the elderly and their concerns, opportunities, and environment. A guidebook, Agng: An Encyclopedia is easy to use and small enough to be carried everywhere. The format is designed as a reference to be consulted for particular concerns. Arranged alphabetically, entries are self-contained so that a reader can start anywhere.