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Social Issues in Older Adults
  • Introduction to Social Issues in Older Adults
  • Family Caregiving for Older Adults
    • Effects of caregiving
    • References
    • More Information
  • Older Adults Living Alone
    • References
  • Self–Neglect in Older Adults
  • Alternative Living Arrangements for Older Adults
    • Consideration of homosexual or transgender older adults
    • References
  • Effects of Life Transitions on Older Adults
    • References
    • More Information
  • Intimacy and Older Adults
  • Religion and Spirituality in Older Adults
    • Benefits
      • Psychological benefits
      • Health-promoting practices
      • Social benefits
      • Caregivers
      • References
    • Harmful Effects
    • The Role of Health Care Professionals
      • Spiritual history
      • Referral to clergy
      • Support of patients’ religious beliefs and practices
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