Through the looking glass -- Out of the closet -- Staying younger while getting older -- Does age count anymore? -- The marriage of self and society -- The golden years? : they've gotta be kidding! -- --And now about sex -- The shrinking ties that bind -- Hey folks, you're spending my inheritance -- Taking care of mom and dad -- Oh, my god, we're old! -- It's better than the alternative, isn't it? -- One last word
Summary
Through interviews, research, and personal anecdotes, a psychologist looks at how longevity affects the social, emotional, and economic lives of those growing older in America