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George Berkeley (1685-1753) one of the earliest theorists who said that the only thing humans experience directly is their own perceptions, or secondary qualities.
Deutsch: Gerontologie / Español: Gerontología / Português: Gerontologia / Français: Gérontologie / Italiano: Gerontologia
Gerentology is a specialized field within psychology and the broader social and biological sciences that examines the psychological, social, and biological aspects of aging. While often conflated with geriatrics, which focuses on the medical treatment of older adults, gerentology adopts a multidisciplinary approach to understand the processes and experiences associated with aging across the lifespan. Its relevance has grown significantly in response to global demographic shifts, particularly the increasing proportion of older populations in many societies.
Deutsch: Gerontopsychologie / Español: Psicología Geriátrica / Português: Psicologia Geriátrica / Français: Psychologie Gériatrique / Italiano: Psicologia Geriatrica
In the psychology context, geriatric psychology, also known as geropsychology, is a branch of psychology that focuses on the mental health, psychological well-being, and quality of life of older adults. This field addresses the unique challenges, needs, and opportunities associated with aging, including cognitive changes, emotional and behavioral health, adaptation to physical health conditions, and life transitions such as retirement and bereavement.