The statement of old age period in literature

This article deals with the problem of human aging in the psychological and social context.Have been given the overview of the main existing typologies of the aging process.Have been presented the different views of scientists on the aging process, including aging affected by gender issues.In the framework of the theoretical analysis of the current state of the problem has been analyzed the concept of psychological cope with the difficulties of elderly people.Have been identified the main aspects of activity in order to maintain successful aging process.