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Gerotranscendence: A Developmental Theory of Positive Aging de Lars Tornstam

Gerotranscendence: A Developmental Theory of Positive Aging

Autor Lars Tornstam
en Limba Engleză Hardback – 31 mai 2005
Explores the need for new theories in gerontology and sets the stage for the development of the author's theory of gerotranscendence. This book illustrates the practical implications of the theory of gerotranscendence for professionals working with older adults in care settings.
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ISBN-13: 9780826131348
ISBN-10: 0826131344
Pagini: 213
Dimensiuni: 154 x 239 x 19 mm
Greutate: 0.45 kg
Editura: Springer

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Given the 2006 GREAT GERONTOLOGY AWARD for outstanding contribution to gerontological research by the Swedish Gerontological Society

Received a VALUE GROUND AWARD from the journal "Aldreomsorg" ("Old Age Care")
Expanding upon his earlier writings, Dr. Tornstam's latest book explores the need for new theories in gerontology and sets the stage for the development of his theory of gerotranscendence. This theory was developed to address what the author sees as a perpetual mismatch between present theories in social gerontology and existing empirical data.

The development towards gerotranscendence can involve some overlooked developmental changes that are related to increased life satisfaction, as self-described by individuals. The gerotranscendent individual typically experiences a redefinition of the Self and of relationships to others and a new understanding of fundamental existential questions: The individual becomes less self-occupied and at the same time more selective in the choice of social and other activities. There is an increased feeling of affinity with past generations and a decreased interest in superfluous social interaction. The individual might also experience a decrease in interest in material things and a greater need for solitary ""meditation.? Positive solitude becomes more important. There is also often a feeling of cosmic communion with the spirit of the universe, and a redefinition of time, space, life and death.

Gerotranscendence does NOT imply any state of withdrawal or disengagement, as sometimes erroneously believed. It is not the old disengagement theory in new disguise. Rather, it is a theory that describes a developmental pattern beyond the old dualism of activity and disengagement.

The author supports his theory with insightful qualitative in-depth interviews with older persons and quantitative studies. In addition, Tornstam illustrates the practical implications of the theory of gerotranscendence for professionals working with older adults in care settings. A useful Appendix contains suggestions of how to facilitate personal development toward gerotranscendence.
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