Cognitive Aging

Cognitive Aging, Volume 77 in The Psychology of Learning and Motivation series, explores empirical and theoretical contributions to cognitive and experimental psychology, including prior knowledge, emotion, aging, and health literacy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 360 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

Cognitive Aging, a volume in The Psychology of Learning and Motivation series, presents a comprehensive exploration of cognitive and experimental psychology, encompassing a wide range of topics from classical and instrumental conditioning to complex learning and problem-solving. Within this release, chapters shed light on various aspects of aging, including the profound influence of prior knowledge on older adults' perception and memory of everyday events. Age-related differences in the impact of emotion on cognitive processing are also examined, highlighting the unique challenges faced by individuals as they navigate the aging process. Additionally, the book delves into strategies for letting go of the past, drawing insights from the literature on aging and prospective memory. The relationship between arteriosclerosis and related risk factors and cognition is explored, shedding light on potential cognitive decline in older adults. Furthermore, acceptance as a cognitive emotion regulation strategy in older adulthood is discussed, emphasizing the importance of managing emotions for overall well-being. Health literacy and aging are explored, recognizing the challenges faced by older individuals in accessing and understanding healthcare information. The volume also includes chapters on a variety of other topics, such as cognitive reserve and cognitive flexibility, cultural influences on cognition, and the role of technology in supporting cognitive aging. By presenting a diverse range of empirical and theoretical contributions, Cognitive Aging serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and individuals interested in understanding the complex dynamics of cognitive aging and its impact on individuals and society.

Cognitive Aging, a volume in The Psychology of Learning and Motivation series, presents a comprehensive exploration of cognitive and experimental psychology, encompassing a wide range of topics from classical and instrumental conditioning to complex learning and problem-solving. Within this release, chapters shed light on various aspects of aging, including the profound influence of prior knowledge on older adults' perception and memory of everyday events. Age-related differences in the impact of emotion on cognitive processing are also examined, highlighting the unique challenges faced by individuals as they navigate the aging process. Additionally, the book delves into strategies for letting go of the past, drawing insights from the literature on aging and prospective memory. The relationship between arteriosclerosis and related risk factors and cognition is explored, shedding light on potential cognitive decline in older adults. Furthermore, acceptance as a cognitive emotion regulation strategy in older adulthood is discussed, emphasizing the importance of managing emotions for overall well-being. Health literacy and aging are explored, recognizing the challenges faced by older individuals in accessing and understanding healthcare information. The volume also includes chapters on a variety of other topics, such as cognitive reserve and cognitive flexibility, cultural influences on cognition, and the role of technology in supporting cognitive aging. By presenting a diverse range of empirical and theoretical contributions, Cognitive Aging serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and individuals interested in understanding the complex dynamics of cognitive aging and its impact on individuals and society.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323990240