Ageing and Caring as Couples with Disabilities.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Torgé, Cristina Joy.

Series:

Linköping Studies in Arts and Science

Linköping Studies in Arts and Science ; v.604

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Social gerontology.

Disability studies.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (85 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

Linköping Studies in Arts and Science

Place of Publication:

Linköping : Linköping University Electronic Press, 2014.

Summary:

This thesis by Joy Torgé explores the dynamics of care within older couples who both have long-term disabilities. It challenges traditional notions in gerontology and care research by focusing on mutual care among partners who are themselves in need of assistance. Through interviews with couples aged 60 to 84, the study investigates how these couples navigate their roles as both caregivers and care recipients. It highlights the significance of providing care to a partner, even when formal support systems are available, and examines the relational aspects of care within the context of ageing and disability. The research contributes to discussions in social gerontology, care research, and disability studies, questioning established discourses and encouraging a reevaluation of how successful ageing is perceived. The work is intended for scholars and practitioners interested in the intersections of ageing, disability, and caregiving. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Abstract

Acknowledgements

Contents

List of papers

1. Introduction

2. Background

3. Concepts

4. Methodology and methodological considerations

5. Summary of the papers

6. Discussion

Summary in Swedish

References

Appendix.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9789175194103

9175194104

OCLC:

927227432