Journal of Women & Aging
Journal of Women & Aging
The Journal of Women & Aging (IPA: /ˈdʒɜːrnəl ɒv ˈwɪmɪn ænd ˈeɪdʒɪŋ/) is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes research on the physical, psychological, and social aspects of aging in women. The journal was first published in 1987 and is currently published by Taylor & Francis.
Etymology
The term "Journal of Women & Aging" is a straightforward descriptor of the journal's content. "Journal" (from the French jour, meaning "day") refers to a daily record or a scholarly periodical. "Women" refers to adult human females, and "Aging" refers to the process of growing older.
Related Terms
- Gerontology: The scientific study of old age, the process of aging, and the particular problems of old people.
- Women's Health: The branch of medicine that focuses on the treatment and diagnosis of diseases and conditions that affect a woman's physical and emotional well-being.
- Menopause: The ceasing of menstruation, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55.
- Osteoporosis: A medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.
- Cardiovascular Disease: A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Journal of Women & Aging
- Wikipedia's article - Journal of Women & Aging
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