China Elder Encyclopedia

Author: Edited by Chen Zhaodian
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Publish Date: 2000-06-01
Features: To meet the needs of the elderly for "understanding themselves and protecting themselves," and to fulfill their aspirations for self-learning and self-education—such as "learning in old age, contributing in old age, receiving medical care in old age, enjoying life in old age, being supported in old age, and being educated in old age"—we have organized and published this "Encyclopedia of Chinese Elderly People." The book is divided into four major sections: "Old Age Life," "Old Age Health Maintenance," "Old Age Entertainment," and "Old Age Health Care," with a total of 66 topics, nearly a thousand entries, hundreds of illustrations, and over 1.3 million words. The "Old Age Life" section primarily addresses questions and provides guidance for those who have experienced menopause and retirement, entering life's "second station": How to view retirement, how to undergo role transitions and psychological adjustment; the role of family in retirement life, the importance of and friendship, how to manage these relationships well, and creating a positive retirement environment. For those who wish to learn about the psychology of the elderly and mental health, topics such as "Living and Hygiene" and "Old Age Sex Life" may provide some helpful insights.