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Peer reviewedHavens, Carolyn – Behavioral & Social Sciences Librarian, 1988
Discusses the need for library collection development to address the needs of the increasing elderly population by providing information in the areas of gerontology, nutrition, and consumer health. Works cited concern the positive aspects of aging or ways of coping with negative aspects. (29 references) (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Gerontology, Health Materials, Information Needs
