Gerotranscendence : a developmental theory of positive aging /

Tornstam, Lars

Gerotranscendence : a developmental theory of positive aging / Lars Tornstam. - New York : Springer Pub., 2005. - xi, 213 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 199-208) and index.

The need for new theories in social gerontology -- Origin of the theory and first outline -- The qualitative content of gerotranscendence -- Quantitative empirical elucidations -- Gerotranscendence in practice.

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Aging--Psychological aspects.
Gerontology--Philosophy.
Aging--psychology.
Geriatrics--methods.
Human Development--Aged.
Self Concept--Aged.
Social Behavior--Aged.
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