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Aging and The Life Course
Aging and The Life Course: An Introduction to Social Gerontology, 2/e
Jill Quadagno, Florida State University

Biology of Aging

Chapter Outline

Theories of Biological Aging

Environmental Theories of Aging

Developmental/Genetic Theories of Aging

The Aging Body

Aging of the Exterior Body: Skin and Hair

Aging of the Nervous System

Aging of the Sensory Organs

Aging of the Skeletal System: Bones, Cartilage, and Connective Tissues

Aging of the Muscular System: Muscle Mass and Strength

Aging of the Reproductive System

Aging of the Cardiovascular System: Heart and Blood Vessels

Boxed features

Aging Around the World: International Variations in Active Life Expectancy

An Issue for Public Policy: Should the Driving of Older People Be Restricted?

In Their Own Words: Living with Osteoporosis

Diversity in the Aging Experience: Women’s Health and Hormone Replacement Therapy