Gerontological Concerns and Responses in India
Mala Kapur Shankardass
set. del 2021 · Springer Nature
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This book discusses gerontological issues and challenges impacting the quality of life of older people in India. The chapters provide different disciplinary insights ranging from sociology, anthropology, psychology, health sciences, social work, demography, gender, and legal perspectives. The chapters are written by experts and practitioners in the field bringing focus to new gerontological insights from an academic and an empirical perspective. It engages the reader with the growth of different branches of gerontology along with concerns faced by older people. It brings attention to concerns related to ageing of the population in different parts of the country, such as among the tribes, the LGBT community, and conflict zones. It highlights gender aspects related to health care and discusses policy responses, strategies to empower older persons, the role of voluntary organizations, issues related to caregiving and family bonding, and aspects of social protection for the older people. It offers a valuable resource for researchers, academics, practitioners, and policymakers in the areas of gerontology, demography, and sociology, as well as all those interested in the study of ageing populations.
Sobre l'autor
Mala Kapur Shankardass is a sociologist, gerontologist, and health and development social scientist. She recently retired as Associate Professor from University of Delhi, India. She is a writer, researcher, consultant, and an activist. She has been involved with ageing studies since 1992 when she started postdoctoral work on ageing issues. She has done prestigious assignments with United Nations agencies and international as well as national institutions covering gender issues, policy matters, health and well-being-related concerns, quality of life matters, enabling environments, societal responses, etc. She has participated in panel discussions, delivered key note addresses, and chaired sessions on ageing concerns with reputed organizations in both India and abroad. She has been recognized for her work and contributions in gerontology across the world. She is also associated with NGOs working on ageing issues and for the welfare of older people.
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