Gerike, Ann E., 1933- Old is not a four-letter word : : a midlife guide / [electronic resource] / Ann E. Gerike ; illustrations by Peter Kohlsaat.. — Watsonville, CA : : Papier-Mache Press,, c1997.. — 130 p. : : ill. ; 21 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 126-[131]).
Contents: Introduction. In the sands of denial -- You look great for your age. The myth of loss of looks -- I'd like you to meet Whatsisname. The myth of memory loss -- How is it possible to know less when you've learned more? The myth of inevitable mental decline -- The midlife crossover. It can both lift and separate -- For women and those who love them. The myth of menopausal madness -- For men and those who love them. Temporary power outage, or why don't you come when I call you? -- I have a brother and sister, so my parents must have done it three times. Changing attitudes toward sexuality -- Do you really WANT to climb mountains when you're eighty-four? The myth of inevitable physical decay -- Galloping ageism: whoa! Ten way to feel better about not being younger.
Middle-aged persons--Psychology.--United States Middle-aged persons--Attitudes.--United States Aging--Psychological aspects.--United States Midlife crisis--United States.