...Later Adulthood Development Report Christina Burgess BSHS/325 August 30, 2015 Laura Cobb Later Adulthood Development Report “As of 2005, there were about 37 million Americans age 65 and over. By 2030, the number is projected to be 72 million- a 100 percent increase in 25 years, compared to a 30 percent growth in total population during the same period” (Zastrow & Kirst-Ashman, 2010, pg. 643). During later adulthood, marks a new era in living life to its fullest. Many older adults tend be happier than ever during this phase in their life. Even though later adulthood have more health issues as they age, it is a time in a person’s life to reflect upon the life they have lived because of the use of retirement, transitioning from work to retirement, and the social policies to protect them. When an individual enters later adulthood, they then begin to go through different changes in their role and their social position in our society. In many other parts of the world, transitioning into later adulthood is a sign of wisdom and a mark of status. However, later adulthood is stereotyped into being "an awful life stage that is erroneous, and sadly is a factor in older adults' being treated as "second-class citizens" by some people who are younger" (Zastrow & Kirst-Ashman, 2010, pg. 588). Moreover, many older adults are very healthy and remain to have an active lifestyle while many still think, feel and act as if they were still in their 50’s. Society tends to respect later...
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...Later Adulthood Development Report BSHS/325 Late Adulthood starting at 65+ begins to enter different stages of their lives. Aging involves biophysical changes and challenges, senescence and health issues, Pharmaceutical interventions, and closer monitoring of health and wellness. As an individual age they begin to experience Wisdom: Ego vs. Despair, This stage marks a considerable reduction in productivity and is when a person enters the retirement phase. During this stage, adults tend to look back upon their lives to figure whether they have led a successful life. If so, a feeling of contentment and what Erikson called Integrity vs. Prevails on the adult. This reflection; if not positive, leads to a state of despair where nothing can be done to turn back time and change. This stage and reflection can also be marked by regrets if the aging adult is left to feel unaccomplished. A prominent aspect of this stage is also the fear of death, which contributes to the hopelessness that becomes apparent at this stage. An adult's values at this stage are set and firm nothing can alter or change the thought process or the perception with which she/he now views the world. Late adulthood can be marked by menopause and osteoporosis, a reduction in bone density, grey hair, less skin elasticity, and a loss of muscle mass resulting in an increase of body fat. Cognitively, during late adulthood verbal skills such as vocabulary and broad-spectrum knowledge are still intact. However, memory...
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...Later Adulthood Report Later adulthood is the onset of many who become 50, and older who experience life changes when it comes to social, financial, and mental health. In today’s society people who are 65 and older make up more than 15 percent of the population in America today(Himes, 2001). Their place in society also faces a change, and is considered a fast growing group in today’s society. Among the changes comes their incapability to care for themselves, finance, housing, and retirement. Social change happens when people in this age group are faced difficulties to the lifestyle changes that take place. There are some who lose their partners, and become despondent, the loss of friends, and becoming isolated from others. Most times that older adults become less independent they have to live with other family members, and this can cause them to be less likely to interact with others. This causes change in daily routines, and also causes them to feel a burden on family members. These changes can also make for a transition into other types of living conditions. Most people in this stage of their lives elect to live in places where their independence is intact. They choose to live in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or retirement homes so that they can maintain some sort of independence. Health care is also an issue, because some are in need of care that requires them to have home nursing services. These can be achieved by living in a place where health care can...
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...Later Adulthood Development Report Adults that are faced with the transition between adulthood and later adulthood, reaching their “golden years”, are faced with social, physical and mental changes. These changes affect them in every area of their lives. Moving from adult to the category of “senior citizen”, can be a difficult transition for many people. The age of 65 has usually been cited as the dividing line between middle age and old age (Santrock, 2008). It is during this crucial age that people will begin to experience life changes, it is important to note that there are resources, tools that can be used to make this transition easier for both the client and the family. There is a very permanent stereotype that assumes that because a person is reaching older age, they are in both physical and metal decline. This is not necessarily true, as there are people that can live independently well into later adulthood, without ongoing medical care or supervision. Older adults will be subject to discrimination by others, especially in the workforce, they are deemed to be slower and with dwindling critical thinking capabilities, this stereotype perpetuates discrimination in the workforce. Aging adults can also fall victim to increased levels of crime. Others may take advantage of them, as they, along with children, are some of the most vulnerable in our community. There is another set of aging adults who are under difficult circumstance and do need extra help and assistance in...
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...Later Adulthood Development Anna Silva February 27, 2015 BSHS/325 Laura Cobb Later Adulthood Development The transition into later adulthood can be very rewarding and fulfilling by learning to accept the new changes ahead. Psychological, social, and biological changes begin, each varying from person to person. Many experience retirement in this stage and it can have an effect on the individual’s entire world. For many individuals, work is the main aspect of their lives and making a transition to suddenly having so much time on their hands can be difficult for some to cope with. The role in society as a working individual is different and it can be focused on other activities like volunteering and travel. Such adjustment may require help from friends and family for support and for new living accommodations. As the world around is transforming, the body is also taking a toll with the increase risk of disease and disabilities. Possible living accommodations may be needed to help keep as much independence for the aging adult. The transition can be positive with many new relationships and experiences, however, the transition can also be a negative alteration. Acknowledging what is to come with the aid of those around can make later adulthood be worth the wait. The stage of retirement is intertwined with the development of later adulthood and the change in role in society. With the ability to no longer work, there is a drastic...
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...Samantha Banks | BSHS/325 | March 7, 2016 Samantha Banks | BSHS/325 | March 7, 2016 Later Adulthood Development Later Adulthood Development Development in Late Adulthood Late adulthood, or old age, is generally considered to begin around the age of 65. It has been estimated that Americans over 65 will make up 20% of the population by the year 2030. “Despite the problems associated with longevity, studies of people in their 70’s have shown that growing old is not necessarily synonymous with substantial mental or physical deterioration.” (https://www.cliffsnotes.com) Many older people are happy and engaged in a variety of extra-curricular activities which is one theory of successful aging. During late adulthood, changes in one’s role and social positons occurs. New living arrangements and certain accommodations may be necessary. Their need for health care can also rise. In late adulthood, changes in marriage, family and peer relationships is likely to occur. Changes In late adulthood there are physical, cognitive and intellectual changes that occur in a person. Physical changes occur throughout one’s lifetime. Physical changes such as physical strength and endurance usually peek during the twenties then decline gradually from there, however in later adulthood many physiological changes may occur. The respiratory and circulatory systems are less efficient. Changes in the gastrointestinal can lead to constipation. Muscles can become weaker, skin can become...
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...Later Adulthood Development Report BSHS 325 04/22/2014 Later adulthood can be a struggle for some individuals. What we do here is try to ease the transition and provide a healthy way of living. This report will explain changes in role and social position, living accommodations (accessibility and health care needs), adjustment and transition from work to retirement, changes in marriage, family, and peer relationships, and our social policies. We strive to be the best at what is done here, which means being professional and building rapport within our clients. After reading this there will be a better understanding of how we value clients and their overall well-being. As individuals age, they face many obstacles that can put limits on their lives. For example: “When older adults lose the capacity to drive a vehicle, it severely restricts their social interactions, is an assault on their mental well-being, and lessens their independence.” (Biological Aspects of Later Adulthood, Chpt. 14, pg. 590) After losing the basic abilities that enabled them to venture on their own some begin to go into withdrawal and sometimes even depression. Their roles have been shortchanged and their knowledge is undervalued or seldom used. While getting older seems to get more and more discouraging, there are individuals out there that will take matters into their own hands. They are still working even after retirement fulfilling many positions in society...
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...When a person enters late adulthood they begin to go through different changes in their role and social position in society. At one point in their life they were young and held a high role in the decisions they made for themselves and others. Many elderly people are parents and now grandparents and once held the role of taking care of their children. During this phase of their life this role changes and it is often that the children are now taking care of them. They do not hold as much power over their life as they once have and may not have many opportunities to make decisions about their own lives. Their social position has gone from the majority to more of the minority and they are often treated differently because of this. People often respect that they have the knowledge of living most of their life but often do not give them this respect because of their age. While their opinion was once valued it is common that in our culture their opinion is not as valued. Although, in other cultures the opinion of the elderly holds higher power than that of any other person of another age. The elderly often have more of a need for health care than those who are in middle and young adulthood even though it may hit much later in life. Many elderly people reach the age of 70 or 80 before any symptoms of serious or fatal illnesses occur (Biehn, 1994). When this occurs many believe that it would be a waste of health care funds to treat these people because of their age. While the elderly...
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...Later Adulthood Development BSHS/325 April 21, 2014 Sandra Knepp Later Adulthood Development As adults get older into their 50’s and up they go through many life changes socially, mentally, and personally. Their roles change in society. More than 9 percent of the U.S. population is made up of those who are 65 and older and they are the fastest growing age group in society. Most of them can no longer be independent and they need assistance from others. The older generation faces discrimination with age as well as job discrimination. The older generation need more help with getting around, shopping, driving, cooking, getting dressed and doing daily living activities. This is why nursing homes are available to help in these situations. Many older people do not drive. Some cannot afford the cost while others have physical limitations. This can be very inconvenient for them. It is also true that many older people are victims of crime. This is because they are vulnerable. They aren’t as fast, strong, and don’t have as much energy. When a crime does happen many won’t report it because they are afraid that the person will harm them or they do not want to be in the system. Health care is an important aspect to the older generation. Physicians are primarily trained for treating the younger generation. So the older generations are often misdiagnosed. Many who are seriously ill do not receive the proper medical attention needed. The older generation experience more muscle...
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...Later Adulthood Development Today people who are age 65 or older make up more than one tenth of the U.S. population and are the quickest growing age group (Zastrow & Kirst-Ashman, 2010). As adults reach later adulthood, they begin to undergo mental, physical, and social transformations. All of these changes are experienced and handled differently by each individual. Time and planning help to alleviate stress and can make these changes easier to deal with. Family and friends are an exceptional source of support during these tough times. During later adulthood a person experiences changes in role and social status. This is a period in life where one generally spends time relaxing and pursuing leisure activities. One also starts taking more interest in their household and family. Some seek part-time or volunteer work, whereas others pick up hobbies. As long as a person can safely do the things he or she wants to do, there is no reason anyone should prevent him or her from doing so. Older people tend to take part in a less active role in social life because of retirement and decline of income (Dale, Smith, & Norlin, 2009). However it is imperative for the older generation to remain active as it is stimulating mentally, socially, and physically. It is also healthy for them to feel like productive people in society, which boosts their feelings of self-worth and self-esteem. In many cases, because of retirement, there is role reversal (Zastrow & Kirst-Ashman...
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...Jesstina Lopez November 23, 2014 BSHS 325 In our lives individuals go through different situations, and as they get older they may experience many developmental changes. These changes can include going from working into retirement, living arrangements, health care needs, as well as relationships between family members and peers. For many individuals this is the time where they should be able to sit back and relax after years of working and living a stressful life. However they can still face some challenges. Some individuals find it difficult to retire after working for most of their life. Some do not like the idea of going from a good paying job to drastically different pay receiving social security. Sometimes the social security they receive is not enough to cover all their necessities to they end up going back to work part time. However some seniors are lucky enough to have a pension or a 401K from their employer to help them in addition to their social security. Retirement can also destroy a person’s self-worth, people who pride themselves on being able to provide for them and their family and find security in having a job now have to struggle with finding some other way to occupy their time. There are some benefits to retirement though. Individuals are now able to participate in hobbies that were not possible due to their profession. Some do struggle with finding an activity to occupy their time but most already know what they want to do like travel the world, play...
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...How the management of death has changed for patients and families in the last 25 years: People in primitive societies handle death better than we do. They are more apt to view death as a natural occurrence, partly because they have a shorter life expectancy. They also frequently see friends and relatives die. Because they view death as a natural occurrence, they are better prepared to handle the death of loved ones. In our society, we tend to shy away from thinking about death. The terminally ill generally die in institutions (hospitals and nursing homes), away from their homes. Therefore, we are seldom exposed to people dying. Many people in our society seek to avoid thinking about death. They avoid going to funerals and avoid conversations about death. Many people live as if they believe they will live indefinitely. Fortunately, the hospice movement has been developing in recent years in an attempt to foster death with dignity. A hospice is a program that is designed to allow the terminally ill to die with dignity—to live their final weeks in a way they want. Hospices originated in the Middle Ages among European religious groups that welcomed travelers who were sick, tired, or hungry (Sullivan et al., 1980). Hospices serve patients in a variety of settings—in hospitals, in nursing homes, in assisted-living facilities, and in the dying person’s home. Hospices provide both medical and social services, Children should not be sheltered from death. Funerals help children learn...
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...Later Adulthood Development Report Holly Regan BSHS/325 February 9, 2015 Mary Carlisle Later Adulthood Development Report Thank you for your interest in discussing whether our facility can meet your loved one's needs and the changes they will be facing in later adulthood. Aging and the process of reaching later adulthood consumes a significant portion of an individual’s life and is different for each person. The process of aging is called senescence which is bodily changes that accompany aging (Zastrow & Kirst-Ashman 2010). There are numerous changes that happen during the aging process. Decreased vision and hearing abilities, changes in appearance, senses begin to deteriorate, teeth start losing calcium, skin becomes weaker and thinner, and the individuals psychomotor and intellectual functioning begins to decrease. During this phase of aging the senses are less active resulting in diminished skills and speed. In later adulthood, there are role and position changes that occur in conjunction with health care and accessibility stages. Because the aging process happens at different times and rates than others, there will be changes in interpersonal relationships such as marriage, family, and peer relationships transitioning from working into retirement. Everything slows down when an individual ages thus creating the effect of many social policies. Another factor in later adulthood is suicide in the male population. Suicide in later life is a global public health...
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...Later Adulthood Developmental Report Danielle Lewis BSHS/325 Human Systems and Development May 5, 2014 Jenny Coon Later Adulthood Developmental Report When an individual reaches later adulthood they face a number of changes within their body, ad mind because of the aging process. During the later adulthood change there are role and position changes that happen along with health care changes and accessibility stages. There is also usually a change from working every day to retirement that also will involve changes in the marriage, and family relationships along with other peer relationships because as you age you change at different times and rates than others. There are many social policies that affect older adulthood because everything seems to slow down as you age. Suicide is also a big factor in later adulthood because it has risen for elderly men in general. Suicide in later life is a global public health problem with those who are aged 65 or older (Fassberg, 2012). When the individual goes the later adulthood stage the individual evaluates their life and if the individual feels they didn’t fulfill their life they may commit suicide. Aging and entering later adulthood is a big part of an individual’s life and is different for each individual. The process of aging is called senescence which is bodily changes that accompanies aging (Zastrow, & Kirst-Ashman 2010). There are many changes that happen during the aging process which are changes...
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...Later Adulthood Development Report Adriane McClendon BSHS/325 - HUMAN SYSTEMS AND DEVELOPMENT November 2, 2015 Susan W. Jernigan Over the time in their lives, most people can acquire protected attachments; cognitively, socially, and morally, and produce families and discover good jobs. Ultimately, though, as an individual enter into their 60s and beyond, getting older leads to quicker changes in our bodily, cognitive, and social capabilities and desires, and life starts to approach its natural ending, resulting in the last life stage, beginning in the 60s, known as late adulthood. "Social changes affect a person's decision. If they move, for example, to be closer to family, they will need to make new friends in the new environment, to cope with the loss of old friends, and to deal with the changing roles within the family dynamics as one becomes older." ("End-of-Life Decisions and Late Adulthood," 2007). When an individual enters late adulthood, they start to go through various changes in their role and social position in society. At one point in their life, they were young and had a prominent role in the decisions they made for themselves and others. Many elderly people are parents and grandparents and at one point had the role of being the caretaker of their offspring. During this time of their life this position changes, and it is usually their children taking care of them now. They do not have as much power over their life as they used to have and may not have...
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