Ageing, Dementia and the Social Mind (Sociology of Health and Illness Monographs) offers a groundbreaking exploration of the sociology of dementia. Edited by Paul Higgs, this volume features contributions from distinguished international scholars and practitioners. Organized around four key themes—personhood, care, social representations, and social differentiation—it provides a critical look at dementia, illustrating how sociology and related disciplines can help us understand its social context as well as the challenges it poses.

The book responds to the influential work of Paul Higgs and Chris Gilleard on ageing, delving into the social terrain of dementia. It breaks new ground by specifically addressing the social and cultural dimensions of responses to this condition, offering valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and anyone interested in the complex interplay between health, society, and individual experience.