...(Administration on Aging, 2015). “Between 2003 and 2013, the number of Americans aged 45-64 (who will reach age 65 over the next two decades) increased by 20.7%” (Administration on Aging, 2015, p. 2). For Americans age 60 and over, this percentage increased by 30.7%, from 48.1 million to 62.8 million (Administration on Aging, 2015). Additionally, the world’s population of older adults (60 years...
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...Flood’s Theory of Successful Aging (Flood, 2005) was developed to addresses a nursing theory for care of the older adult regarding to the lack of nursing theory that offers clearly delineated guidelines for care of aging. Flood’s(2002) unique definition of successful aging among other explanations includes mental, physical, and spiritual elements of the aging person and emphasizing the individual's self appraisal. She used existing knowledge derived deductively from the Roy adaptation model, one of the most widely accepted nursing theory model, and integrated these ideas with Tornstam's sociological theory of gerotranscendence and literature related to the concept of successful aging to comprise the foundation of the theory (Flood, 2005). The author adequately explains the specific nursing actions that constitute these attributes. Clarity: The attributes of the theory and the model (Flood, 2005) clearly defines the major concepts relevant to successful aging. Flood provides examples of person with cancer that would exemplify the attribute although the physical health is not stated in the assumptions. In addition, there are no ambiguous statements, nor abstract or complex language employed. Nurses can readily understand the language used in the theory. Moreover, guidelines for interventions to help not only for nurses but caregivers to care for elders are provided for a completely understanding. Consistency: Flood’s views of aging and definitions of successful aging addresses the...
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...Other Free Encyclopedias » Medicine Encyclopedia » Aging Healthy - Part 3 Physiological Changes age aging differences aging age disease deterioration Ads by Google It is evident even from casual observation of physical activities, such as walking, that elderly people exhibit a deterioration of physiological processes. Moreover, the inability of athletes to continue peak performance when they reach their thirties or forties indicates that deterioration begins at a relatively young age and progresses in severity from that point on. Indeed, many studies have confirmed that most physiological processes deteriorate progressively after about thirty years of age, some functions more severely affected than others. Most of the research on age-associated physiological deterioration has utilized cross-sectional studies; that is, subjects of different ages are studied at a given point in time (e.g., the calendar year 1990). These are called cross-sectional studies because the data are collected from a cross section of the population. Since this study design provides information quickly and relatively inexpensively, it is widely used. However, because of generational factors and selective mortality, the cross-sectional design can yield erroneous information about aging. An example of how a generational factor may confound an aging study is illustrated by a hypothetical 1970 cross-sectional study of cognitive function in which Americans in the third decade of life were compared...
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...------------------------------------------------- Top of Form Bottom of Form Other Free Encyclopedias » Medicine Encyclopedia » Aging Healthy - Part 3 Physiological Changes age aging differences aging age disease deterioration Ads by Google It is evident even from casual observation of physical activities, such as walking, that elderly people exhibit a deterioration of physiological processes. Moreover, the inability of athletes to continue peak performance when they reach their thirties or forties indicates that deterioration begins at a relatively young age and progresses in severity from that point on. Indeed, many studies have confirmed that most physiological processes deteriorate progressively after about thirty years of age, some functions more severely affected than others. Most of the research on age-associated physiological deterioration has utilized cross-sectional studies; that is, subjects of different ages are studied at a given point in time (e.g., the calendar year 1990). These are called cross-sectional studies because the data are collected from a cross section of the population. Since this study design provides information quickly and relatively inexpensively, it is widely used. However, because of generational factors and selective mortality, the cross-sectional design can yield erroneous information about aging. An example of how a generational factor may confound an aging study is illustrated by a hypothetical 1970 cross-sectional study of cognitive function in which Americans...
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...retirement. The activity theory is said to “reflects the functionalist perspective” this means that the income (money) that a middle age person developed should maintain them for later in life. The theory says to maintain a successful level of productivity is the success to a successful ageing experience, “the more you do the better you will age”. It suggests if you are active and engaged you will be happier and involved with what’s going on around you. The criticisms of the activity theory suggest that not all individuals want to be independent and care for themselves or want to be active, as they get older not all of them can access social networking like some with MG (Myasthenia Gravis), and those who don’t have the resources to leave their home or those who aren’t finically able to afford the activities. Some criticism about the theory is that you can’t wake up every day and do the same activities again; however I would say that they should dismiss this argument as I believe the theory is talking about doing different activities on different days, so you are able to experience more. The theory doesn’t take in to account the person’s life before as if they were in a high powered job and enjoyed it and was to start doing gardening the person may not have a successful ageing experience as the difference in the environment will affect them as it is new to them. As the theory has been criticised for not being able to suit everyone there are some changes that could happen to be...
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...Running head: PROBLEM & SOLUTION PAPER The Aging Society: How Can We Stop It? (student’s name) Korea University (International Summer Campus) Writing and Presentation Skills August, 2011 What is the most critical problem that the Korean society faces today? Certainly, there are issues such as the North-South relationship, the nuclear leak in Japan, and the overabundant rainfall. However, one of the most widely discussed topics in the modern Korean society is the decreasing birth rate and the increasing percentage of the older age groups. This phenomenon of the older age groups taking a bigger portion of the overall population is called the “aging society.” This occurrence has become one of the great challenges for which the Korean government has yet to find the appropriate solutions. This specific phenomenon, although it may seem very trivial at first, can cause various abnormalities and disadvantages to our society. To further explain the situation, the average birth rate in 2006 was around 1.16 births per woman aged 15 to 49, and it continues to decrease. The low birth rate could result in a decrease of the younger population, and such decrease was identified in the article by the Hankyoreh Media Company (“Korea expected to become ‘aged society’ in 2013,” 2006). With the boomer generation reaching the older generation and the life expectancy increasing, the problem only deepens. Such a drastic increase in the proportion of older...
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...In this assignment I will be explaining the main aspects of the main theories of ageing. These include; sociological, psychological and biological theories of ageing. I will then go on to compare 2 theories of ageing. Sociological Theories Sociological theories focus on the changing roles and relationships that accompany ageing. These theories discuss how these changing roles, relationships, and status impact the older individual's ability to adapt. In this blog, we will discuss the following sociological theories: disengagement, activity, and continuity. Disengagement Theory The Disengagement Theory, one of the earliest and most controversial theories of aging, views aging as a process of gradual withdrawal between society and the older adult. This mutual withdrawal or disengagement is a natural, acceptable, and universal process that accompanies growing old. It is applicable to elders in all cultures, although there might be variations. According to this theory, disengagement benefits both the older population and the social system. Gradual withdrawal from society and relationships preserves social equilibrium and promotes self-reflection for elders who are freed from societal roles. It furnishes an orderly means for the transfer of knowledge, capital, and power from the older generation to the young. It makes it possible for society to continue functioning after valuable older members die. Weakness: There is no base of evidence or research to support this theory...
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...The baby boomers have created an increased population of individuals 65 and older (Wilson et al, 2006). As these individuals are living longer, plans must be set in place to support them not only financially but also physically (Wilson et al., 2006). Some individuals look towards institutional facilities or independent living facilities to place their aging relatives, and/or spouse. Elderly individuals would like to stay in their normal environment for as long as possible, but this is often not an option as sometimes the caregivers do not feel they can fully meet the growing needs of these individuals (M. Smith, personal communication, March 27, 2018). Agencies like Diversified Training Consultant Group are making continued care in the home...
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...The Growing Need To Care For The Aging The longer people live, the larger the population of people over a certain age is going to be. While this may sound obvious, consider the fact that we're living about 10 years longer than we were, in general, not too long ago. That means there are more and more people in this demographic; this, despite the fact that the healthcare industry isn't matching the rate of growth with their number of workers. People getting up there in years are also raising the expectations for quality of life, determined to stave-off assisted living as long as possible and demanding more options, less pain and greater accessibility in day-to-day living. Combined, all these factors are pushing the caregiver industry to new...
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...Running head: Theories of Aging Theories of Aging Nate Aungkuldee Milwaukee School of Engineering –School of Nursing Abstract Gerontological nursing may be viewed as the nursing management for older population. Knowledge of nursing care and competency of caring for elderly become more important as the result of increasing population of old age people in the past decade and expecting in ongoing increasing in the next twenty years. There are many theories of aging that describe and explain aging process and how the individuals respond to changes that occur with aging. By understanding a normal process of aging, the quality of nursing care for this population may be enhanced. The purpose of this paper is to present and explore some of the theories of aging and apply the theory into nursing practice that cooperated with evidence base research studies to implement the plan of care for an older adult. Two main theories of aging: Biological theories and Psychological theories are the focused theories that being discussed in this paper. According to many current resources the aging population in the U.S. is now rapidly growing. There were 4% of people age 65 and older or about 3 million people in 1900 (McGuire & Mefford, 2007). This old age population increased to 36.8 million people in 2005 with the increase of 3.2 million or 9.4% from 1995 (Mauk, 2010). As of today a newborn child is expected to live at least...
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...proactively developing programs and policies to help retain and attract highly qualified older employees. Introduction According to a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report issued in 2006, the number of workers over age 55 is projected to increase significantly over the next 20 years with this demographic group projected to comprise as much as one-fifth of the nation’s workforce by 2015 (Government Accountability Department, 2006). The unprecedented aging of the world’s population and the strong correlation between aging and disability challenges employers. Observe the listed demographic changes in the workforce, any challenges and concerns employers have with an aging workforce, and some benefits of an older workforce. Find select academic and other related literature on employer strategies to prepare for an aging workforce and examples of successful retention initiatives. Concerns Regarding the Aging Workforce Employers have raised concerns on the workforce demographics and the challenges regarding the aging workforce. Some of the employers’ challenges include increased healthcare and disability, age discrimination, career development and advancements and the lack of...
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...The paper gives a review of the suggestions being made about the general aging healthcare, and long-term care services that can become an overwhelming economic burden for our society based on studies the future. This paper also provides the different major challenges that can represent the real economic burden of long-term care in that population (Knickman & Snell,...
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...Social analysis Overview: Britain and other developed countries enjoy living standards comparable. Solid economic growth in decades has helped to develop a strong social infrastructure. British education and health delivery systems are among the best in the world. Government focuses on income inequality and plans to ease in 2020 to eliminate child poverty. The establishment of a single European markets, may be positive, because some young people may migrate to the United Kingdom, to offset the problem of an aging population. Current strengths Current challenges ▪ Strong education system ▪ Healthcare services ▪ Child poverty ▪ Relatively high dependency ratio Future prospects Future risks ▪ System of "managed migration" ▪ Supporting low and middle incomes ▪ Challenges of an aging population ▪ Rising inequality Current strengths: For the healthcare services: British health system is one of the world's most successful social enterprises. This is due to participate in advanced medical infrastructure and the private sector. Public health expenditure on traditional British had been very high, and helped maintain quality and efficiency. Britain, the European Economic Area, all residents, and qualify for NHS treatment and the United Kingdom bilateral medical agreements. The system has established itself as one of the best in the world. Current challenges For the child poverty: Government to develop the elimination of child poverty by 2020, according to the government-defined...
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...Running head: WEEK 5 FINAL ASSIGNMENT: PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING 1 Psychology of Aging Mildred T. Murphy PSY 317: Cognitive Functioning in the Elderly Professor Rhonda Travland Ashford University August 26, 2013 Running head: WEEK 5 FINAL ASSIGNMENT: PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING 2 Abstract Aging in the United States raises challenges in terms of belonging, especially for older people. The interrelationship between aging and a sense of belonging is complicated because the aging process itself is influenced by many factors, including biological, sociological, psychological, economical, and attitudinal factors. Each of these factors has a unique impact on aging. Exacerbating these factors are society’s negative stereotypes and myths, discrimination, biases, prejudices, and negative attitudes toward the older people, which are cumulatively identified as ageism for the purposes of this paper. Thinking about the dimensions of aging for older people gives rise to a number of questions. For example, what are our cultural attitudes and traditions towards aging? How do these attitudes and traditions inform our private thoughts and public policies towards aging? This paper will focus on the mysteries that control human lifespan which are yet to be unraveled. Running head: WEEK 5 FINAL ASSIGNMENT: PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING 3 Part I-Intro to the Psychology of Aging Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior, and is unique...
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...Changes in Workforce Demographics and the Future of Work and Retirement Dr. Jost Lottes Institute on Aging Portland State University No single trend will play a larger role in shaping the social, economic, and geopolitical order throughout the developed and developing world than global aging A historic transformation approaches— the “inversion” of the age pyramid. •!Populations throughout history have all shown a steep pyramid-shaped age distribution—with more young than old people. •!In the near future, starting with developed countries, the distribution will transform into an inverted pyramid— with more old than young people. Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 1950 median age 28.6 Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 1960 median age 29.6 Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 1970 median age 30.6 Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 1980 median age 31.9 Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 1990 median age 34.4 Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 2000 median age 37.6 Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 2005 median age 39.3 WHERE WE ARE TODAY Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 2010 median age 40.8 Pyramid inversion in the developed world—1950 to 2050. year 2020 ...
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