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Dependency and interdependency in old age: theoretical perspectives and policy alternatives
- Editors:
- PHILLIPSON Chris, BERNARD Miriam, STRANG Patricia
- Publisher:
- Croom Helm/British Society of Gerontology
- Publication year:
- 1986
- Pagination:
- 371p., tables, bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- London
The sociology of old age
- Authors:
- FENNELL Graham, PHILLIPSON Chris, EVERS Helen
- Publisher:
- Open University Press
- Publication year:
- 1988
- Pagination:
- 200p., illus., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Milton Keynes
Introduction to the social aspects of ageing in Britain today. Aimed at students of sociology and professionals dealing with the elderly, but can also be used as a critical text for researchers.
Ageing and social policy : a critical perspective
- Editors:
- PHILLIPSON Chris, WALKER Alan
- Publisher:
- Gower
- Publication year:
- 1986
- Pagination:
- 334p., tables, bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Aldershot
Capitalism and the construction of old age
- Author:
- PHILLIPSON Chris
- Publisher:
- Macmillan
- Publication year:
- 1982
- Pagination:
- 202p.
- Place of publication:
- London
COVID-19 and social exclusion: experiences of older people living in areas of multiple deprivation
- Authors:
- PHILLIPSON Chris, et al
- Publisher:
- University of Manchester. Institute for Collaborative Research on Ageing
- Publication year:
- 2021
- Pagination:
- 108
- Place of publication:
- Manchester
This study examined the impact of COVID-19 through the experiences of 21 organisations working with older people, and 102 older people aged 50 and over, the majority of whom were interviewed three times during 2020 and early 2021. The study sample comprised four ethnic/identity groups: African Caribbean, South Asian, White, and LGBT+. Organisations were asked about how COVID-19 had affected ways of working, and support provided to older people. Older people were asked about the impact of, and response to, social distancing. In many respects, older adults were like other age groups during the pandemic, managing as best they could given pressures on social relationships and support networks. Many were highly creative in devising ways of spending their time through developing long-standing interests, or befriending or assisting others in various ways. Adapting to, and exploiting the benefits of technology, was crucial for many participants. Gardens, parks and communal spaces provided relief from the pressures of lockdown, but an important priority coming out of the pandemic will be tackling inequalities in access to green spaces. Religion played an important role for many of our participants, providing both structure and meaning to everyday life. Physical and mental deterioration over the course of the lockdowns was reported by many of our participants. Social isolation increased for particular groups, notably for South Asian women and White British men living alone. The research highlighted the strains affecting friendships, arising from the impact of social distancing. For many participants, digitally included and excluded alike, keeping friendships going during the pandemic was a challenge. The report emphasises the importance of developing a ‘community-centred’ approach in COVID-19 recovery planning, an essential part of which will be ensuring that the views of older people take centre stage. (Edited publisher abstract)
Health education and older people: the role of paid carers
- Authors:
- PHILLIPSON Chris, STRANG Patricia
- Publisher:
- University of Keele, Department of Adult Education, and Health Education Council
- Publication year:
- 1984
- Pagination:
- 186p., tables, bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Keele
Women in transition: a study of experiences of Bangladeshi women living in Tower Hamlets
- Authors:
- PHILLIPSON Chris, AHMED Nilufar, LATIMER Joanna
- Publisher:
- Policy Press
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 107p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
The Bangladeshi population is the fastest growing ethnic group within the UK. Despite this, Bangladeshis in Britain are an under-researched group. This is especially true of the women in this community. This book examines, Bangladeshi women's domestic and community lives. Drawing on interviews with over 100 first generation migrant women in the London borough of Tower Hamlets (home to the largest population of Bangladeshis in the UK) the report: presents the first detailed study of this significant ethnic minority group; identifies the pressures facing women as they juggle competing demands from younger and older generations; addresses particular concerns such as the barriers to adopting English language within the community; highlights the issues for those involved in service delivery; and demonstrates the range of issues to be considered when trying to access minority ethnic communities for the purpose of research.
Social networks and social support in old age
- Authors:
- PHILLIPSON Chris, et al
- Publisher:
- Keele University. Centre for Social Gerontology
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 39p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Keele
Working paper aimed at developing a discussion about different ways of conceptualising social relations in old age.
The family and community life of older people: social networks and social support in three urban areas
- Authors:
- PHILLIPSON Chris, et al
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 303p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Revisits three areas (Bethnal Green in London, Wolverhampton in the Midlands and Woodford in Essex) which were the subject of classic studies in the late 1940's and 1950's and explores changes to the family and community lives of older people. Examines issues such as: changes in household composition; changes in the geographical proximity of kin and relatives; the extent and type of help provided by the family; contact and relationships with neighbours; relationships with friends; involvement in social and leisure activities; and experiences of minority ethnic groups.
Reconstructing old age: new agendas in social theory and practice
- Author:
- PHILLIPSON Chris
- Publisher:
- Sage
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 169p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Outlines the changing contexts and experiences associated with later life as we move into a new century, and reviews the different theoretical explanations that attempt to define these changes. Argues that changes to pensions, employment and retirement, and intergenerational relations, are placing doubts on the meaning and purpose of growing old. Later life is being reconstructed as a period of potential choice, but also one of risk and danger.