Includes bibliographical references (p. 151-172) and index.
Contents:
The old growing older: an overview -- The lives of the oldest-old in everyday focus -- Self-perception over time -- The future of the oldest old - Coping in late life -- Mortality and function among the very old -- Conclusion and recommendations for future services.
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