The first article in the series discusses expectations and attitudes that affect retirement adjustments and planning strategies that contribute to good adjustment. Some research findings about retirees and retirement satisfaction are included. (Author)

Since attitudes toward retirement may be influenced by attitudes toward aging, this article is intended to correct some of the myths and misinformation held about human aging. Up-to-date research is drawn on to offer a picture of the aging process and its normal changes. (Author/MLF)

The key notion in this article is that retirement brings a windfall of unoccupied time, as well as the freedom to choose how to use that time. Retirees are encouraged to determine what their interests really are and to identify the preferred activities that reflect those interests. Suggestions are given for examining interests and activities.…

This tenth and last article in the series briefly reviews the objectives of the series and introduces a framework for further understanding and implementing the ideas that are useful to individual retirees. (Author/MLF)

This article explores the kinds of relationships that are related to happiness and fulfillment at any age. Special attention is given to the subjects of intimacy, communication, and sexuality in later life. (Author/MLF)

This article examines the issues at the center of positive health maintenance in later life. Included are helpful planning aids, as well as references for further reading on such subjects as exercise and nutrition. (Author/MLF)

This article discusses retirement as a challenge to find a new sense of personal wholeness and of well-being. (Author/MLF)

This article is an inventory exercise intended to help retirees reconsider, and even rediscover, some of the personal resources that they bring to this new period of their lives. (Author/MLF)

This article recognizes that money is a key problem in retirement and takes the approach that a review of past satisfactions and of future hopes is the best starting point in sound financial planning. Planning aids and worksheets are included. (Author/MLF)

This article explores considerations important to decisions about future living arrangements. It examines a number of factors that influence decisions about living arrangements. Emphasis is on recognition of the personal considerations that will affect individual satisfaction. (Author/MLF)

This guide consists of ten articles, each introducing a separate issue important to retirement planning. The series discusses a wide range of information about critical retirement issues and explores the uncertainties, expectations, and decisions that confront the future retiree. The articles also contain suggestions and planning aids, worksheets,…