Autism is being diagnosed more often in both children and adults. The big question iswhy?This book aims to answer that question by offering an account of the modern-day (post-1990) rise in the use of autism as a diagnosis. My research in this topic comes from my work as an epidemiologist and social scientist with a strong interest in the activist counter-narrative of…
With the introduction of the concept ‘Silver Empowerment’, we would like to express our vision on older people. In the psychology of colours, silver represents reflection and illumination, opening new doors, a change of direction for the future. Silver is also associated with characteristics such as calmness, sensitivity and looking for the best in others (Scott-Kemmis, n.d.). ‘Silver Emp…
It is one of the most important demographic megatrends with implications for all aspects of our societies. Ageing is already having a far-reaching impact on living arrangements and the way that societies and economies work. The process of change towards more aged societies is inevitable. Ageing is happening in different regions and in countries at various levels of development. It is proceeding…