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Pet Therapy Part V: The Elderly
March 20, 2009 10:19 AM by Carol Kleinman

Pet therapy is often used for the treatment of the elderly. The elderly commonly face problems of loneliness and isolation. Having a pet provides a sense of companionship. In Europe and the United States, many hospitals and long term care facilities have Read More...

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The Experience of Aging, Part II - The Myths of Aging
November 11, 2008 1:26 PM by Carol Kleinman

Stereotypes abound about the aging process and the experience of older adults. I thought I would share some of them and provide the counterpoint of reality. Myth 1: To be old means to be ill. Rates of chronic illness and disability actually do increase Read More...

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