December 9, 2020
“Successful Aging” challenges conventional views on aging, offering a fresh perspective on living a fulfilling life in later years. The book, a hit on numerous bestseller lists, debunks myths about aging, especially the decline of memory, and emphasizes the importance of ‘health span’ over ‘life span.’ It recognizes the over-sixties as a distinct developmental stage and encourages finding joy in the present rather than in reminiscence. Drawing from developmental neuroscience and psychology, the author, Levitin, presents resilience strategies and cognitive enhancement techniques beneficial for aging. This book not only inspires a new outlook on aging but also aims to
