Helping Relationships With Older Adults
From Theory to Practice
Adelle McCollum Williams - Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
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“A definite read for students in counseling programs for improving the lives of older adults!”
–Amy Gray-Graves, Webster University
Helping Relationships with Older Adults: From Theory to Practice examines the fundamental theoretical perspectives of the aging process with an emphasis on the healthy aspects of aging. Taking a comprehensive approach, the text addresses various therapeutic methods as it highlights the strengths and resiliency of the older population. Exercises and case studies demonstrate key concepts and promote skill development by allowing students to experience the various challenges in the lives of older clients.
Helping Relationships with Older Adults: From Theory to Practice is part of the Counseling and Professional Identity Series. To learn more about each text in the Series, please visit www.sagepub.com/cpiseries.
–Amy Gray-Graves, Webster University
Helping Relationships with Older Adults: From Theory to Practice examines the fundamental theoretical perspectives of the aging process with an emphasis on the healthy aspects of aging. Taking a comprehensive approach, the text addresses various therapeutic methods as it highlights the strengths and resiliency of the older population. Exercises and case studies demonstrate key concepts and promote skill development by allowing students to experience the various challenges in the lives of older clients.
Helping Relationships with Older Adults: From Theory to Practice is part of the Counseling and Professional Identity Series. To learn more about each text in the Series, please visit www.sagepub.com/cpiseries.
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Section I. Overview of the Aging Process, Aging Theories, Positive Aging, and the Helping Process
Aging
Biological Theories Associated With Aging
Physical Changes That Accompany Aging
Cognitive Changes That Accompany Aging
Perceptions of Growing Older and Societal Influences
Historical Aspects of Aging
Aging of the Baby Boomer Generation
Aging and Mental Health
Rethinking the Value of Aging
Successful Aging and Mental Wellness
Positive Aging Characteristics
Counseling Older Adults
Attributes of Successful Practitioners
Part II. Common Issues and Problematic Behaviors Experienced by Older Adults
Impact of Age-Related Diseases on Activities of Daily Living
Cardiovascular Diseases
Diabetes
Cancer
Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Falls
Vision Disorders
Cerebrovascular Disease
HIV/AIDS
Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression
Anxiety
Substance Abuse
Elder Abuse
Caregiving
Grandparenting
Support Systems
Loss
Divorce
Widowhood
Dying and Death
Psychosocial Theories Related to Engagement
Employment
Retirement
Leisure
Retirement
Part III: Professional Practice in Working With Older Clients
Counselor Preparation and Development
Strategies to Use in Counseling Older Adults
Psychosocial Interventions
Stages of the Helping Relationship
Issues Brought to the Helping Relationship
Dealing With Uncertainty
Terminal Illness
Death and Dying
Problem Solving Therapy
Brief Dynamic Therapy
Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Integrative Approach
Strengths-Based Approach
Reminiscence Therapy and Life Review
Family Systems Approach
Reality Orientation
Positive Aging
Health Care
Employment and Retirement
Counseling Considerations
KEY FEATURES:
- Exercises and case examples promote the development of essential skills for working with older adults.
- Coverage of the natural aging process and the changes that occur prepare helping professionals to work effectively with older clients.
- Discussion of challenges unique to older adults and how to appropriately address them stimulates critical thinking.
- The most recent, evidence–based, therapeutic approaches in practice with older adults enhance specialization.