C2 - The Psychological Changes of Ageing Flashcards
What do the majority of people over the retirement age experience?
Reasonable health, a satisfactory social life and a reasonable standard of living.
What do a minority of older people experience?
Poor health, poverty and isolation.
What is not fixed and can rise and fall across all life stages?
Confidence and self-esteem.
Why might confidence increase?
They may feel that their life is more settled and they may have achieved many of their life goals. For example, they may have reached a certain level in their job, own their house, and have raised a family - maybe they have grandchildren and are enjoying a fulfilling retirement.
Why might confidence decrease?
The physical effects of ageing make daily tasks difficult or impossible. Some people may struggle financially.
