This comprehensive volume examines the gradual reduction of
mobility in the elderly. The authors first review the
physiological and psychological changes that occur as we age,
and go on to illustrate how this gradual decrease in adequate
mobility can lead to an increase in automotive accidents. They
also review the limitations that mass transportation systems and
driving individual vehicles present for the elderly, and discuss
different assistive devices that have been and should be
implemented to help improve mobility. Each chapter ends with
insightful commentaries by specialists in the gerontology field.
This book is a must read for gerontologists as well as policy
makers and educators on courses in organizational structures of
social policy.