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later adulthood  

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  • The period of later adulthood, defined here as ages 60 through 75 years, is characterized by physical, psychological, and social changes, including both gains and losses. We will examine the multifaceted aspects of successful versus usual versus pathological aging. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Development; Later Adulthood]

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