Chapter Outline

The Origins of Social Gerontology
Micro Theories of Aging

Psychosocial Theories
The Individual and the Social System
Social Constructionism

Macro Theories of Aging

Age and Social Status
Theories of Power and Inequality
Boxed features
In Their Own Words: Portraits of Engagement and Disengagement
Diversity in the Aging Experience: Religion and Personal Well-Being
Aging Around the World: Cross-Cultural Variation in the Treatment of the Aged
An Issue for Public Policy: Should Government Policy Encourage an Age-Integrated Life Course?

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