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Well-being In Later Life

The Notion of Connected Autonomy

Louise Bélanger-Hardy editor Maria Łuszczyńska editor Linda J Garcia editor Jeffrey W Jutai editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:30th Dec '22

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Advancing the notion of connected autonomy, and highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary research in the development of this novel concept, this volume explores the possibility of maintaining the freedom to make one’s own decisions in later life, while also remaining connected to others – as well as to things, services, places and events.

Through a series of case studies, the book examines the importance of preserving self-determination as health, environmental and social circumstances render autonomy more difficult, showing that innovations in social interaction and technology have the capacity to enhance older persons’ connectedness to their environment, while at the same time, offering opportunities for self-governance.

As such, it will appeal to scholars across the social sciences with interests in ageing and the life course, the sociology of science and technology and research methods.

ISBN: 9781032137094

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 570g

202 pages