Healthy Ageing in Asia: Culture, Prevention and Wellness Soon Goh Cheng
Asia is the world's most populous region and has the highest per capita number of older people in the world. It is also home to the healthy ageing traditions of Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine and the…
Specifikacia Healthy Ageing in Asia: Culture, Prevention and Wellness Soon Goh Cheng
Asia is the world's most populous region and has the highest per capita number of older people in the world. It is also home to the healthy ageing traditions of Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine and the rich regional traditions of Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, and South Asia.This book addresses policies related to ageing, traditional Asian approaches to ageing, an integrated medical system approaches to ageing, ageing in place, and community empowerment.Features - Presents information on The 100-Year Life. As a counterpoint to focussing on the frail elderly, Japan is promoting the '100-Year Life Society', a societal model in which all citizens are dynamically engaged and productive throughout the lifespan to reach a healthy 100 years of age.Discusses a framework for optimization of Ageing in Place or