23. Theoretical Perspectives from Gerontology and Lifespan Development
- Keith M. Bellizzi1,
- Margot A. Gosney2
Published Online: 2 JAN 2013
DOI: 10.1002/9781118312513.ch23
Copyright © 2012 Wiley-Blackwell.
Book Title
Cancer and Aging Handbook: Research and Practice
Additional Information
How to Cite
Blank, T. O. (2012) Theoretical Perspectives from Gerontology and Lifespan Development, in Cancer and Aging Handbook: Research and Practice (eds K. M. Bellizzi and M. A. Gosney), John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, NJ, USA. doi: 10.1002/9781118312513.ch23
Editor Information
- 1
Department of Human Development and Family Studies, The University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
- 2
Clinical Health Sciences, University of Reading, Reading, UK
Publication History
- Published Online: 2 JAN 2013
- Published Print: 10 AUG 2012
ISBN Information
Print ISBN: 9780470874424
Online ISBN: 9781118312513
- Summary
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Keywords:
- cancer survivorship, and aging;
- gerontology and lifecourse/lifespan;
- oncology, and cancer experience;
- socioemotional selectivity and time;
- treatment choice/gerontology practice
Summary
This chapter contains sections titled:
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Introduction
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An Overarching Perspective
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Basic Approaches and Concepts of Lifespan Developmental Psychology and Lifecourse Perspectives
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Definitional Issues and Case Examples
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A Matrix of Factors Influencing Well-Being of Older Cancer Patients and Survivors
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Overview of Relevant Theories and Concepts
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Lessons and Implications for Professionals
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Conclusions
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References