The Social World of Older People: Understanding Loneliness and Social Isolation in Later Life (Growing Older)

by Christina Victor, John Bond, Sasha Scambler

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Provides an account of loneliness and social isolation as experienced by older people living in Britain. This book considers the incidence and effects of isolation and loneliness, identifying the factors which lead to such experiences and considering potential interventions.

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Provides an account of loneliness and social isolation as experienced by older people living in Britain. This book considers the incidence and effects of isolation and loneliness, identifying the factors which lead to such experiences and considering potential interventions.

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