Full Description
The dangers of age segregation and the benefits of age integration are examined. Each generation should be recognized as an essential source for learning. Harmony will increasingly depend on general awareness of how other age groups interpret events, respect for values that guide their behavior, responsiveness to their needs and concerns, consideration of their criticisms and solutions, and acknowledgement of their contributions.
This book describes: (a) personality assets and mental abilities to focus learning at each stage of development; (b) obstacles to anticipate and overcome; (c) a rationale to make reciprocal learning common; (d) research findings which identify generational learning needs; and (e) benefits of providing lifelong education. Six stages are explored: infancy and early childhood (birth-age 6); middle and later childhood (ages 6-10); adolescence (ages 10-20); early adulthood (ages 20-40); middle adulthood (ages 40-60); and older adulthood (age 60+). Some outcomes of lifelong learning include self-control, patience, integrity, resilience, persistence, problem solving ability, acceptance of criticism, and generativity. The intended audiences for this book are professionals working with individuals and families.
Contents
Preface.
Part I. Infancy and Early Childhood (birth-age 6)
Chapter 1. Language and Socialization.
Chapter 2. Self-Control and Patience.
Chapter 3. Reflection and Imagination.
Chapter 4. Fear and Critical Thinking.
Part II. Middle and Later Childhood (ages 6-10)
Chapter 5. Television and Social Networks.
Chapter 6. Thinking and Selective Attention.
Chapter 7. Integrity and Ethical Standards.
Part III. Adolescence (ages 10-20)
Chapter 8. Identity Status and Goals.
Chapter 9. Team Skills for School and Work.
Chapter 10. Physical Health and Risks.
Part IV. Early Adulthood (ages 20-40)
Chapter 11. Creative Thinking and Innovation.
Chapter 12. Resilience and Stress.
Chapter 13. College and Family Choices.
Part V. Middle Adulthood (ages 40-60)
Chapter 14. Self-Evaluation and Maturity.
Chapter 15. Reciprocal Learning and Teaching.
Chapter 16. Caregivers and Aging Parents.
Part VI. Older Adults (age 60+)
Chapter 17. Grandparents and Generativity.
Chapter 18. Cognitive Health and Education.
Chapter 19. Longevity and Identity Change.
References.
