C2 Theories of Ageing

Question 1

How do role changes affect a person ageing?

Answer 1

• older people are more likely to vote helping politically
• may find it hard to accept their children ageing and doing things for themselves
• may feel isolated

Question 2

How does death of a partner affect a person ageing?

Answer 2

• can cause change of status as well as a risk of anxiety and depression
• loss of intimacy
• may feel more independent and less reliant on partner
• may spend more time with other family

Question 3

How does death of a friend affect a person ageing?

Answer 3

• grief and stress which can lead to isolation
• can lead to depression thinking about mortality
• may prompt to spend more time with others
• may encourage to think about health and lifestyle choices

Question 4

How does financial change affect a person ageing?

Answer 4

• some may not be able to maintain or keep up with renting their homes which raises concerns
• some may only have a state pension and can’t pay household bills

Question 5

How does an increase in leisure time affect a person ageing?

Answer 5

• more freedom and no work stress
• may result in loss of income and purpose
• engage in physical leisure activities

Question 6

How does religion, culture and beliefs affect a person ageing?

Answer 6

• some may maintain a happy, positive outlook on life
• some Asian cultures find it important to look after older relatives

Question 7

What is the Social Disengagement Theory?

Answer 7

• The idea that it is natural for older people to disengage and remove themselves from society as they age

Question 8

What would limit social interaction for an older person?

Answer 8

• Ill Health – Poor mobility meaning they can’t get out
• Geographical Mobility – Family members may have moved away
• Retirement- less contact with people

Question 9

What is the evaluation of the Social Disengagement Theory?

Answer 9

-The theory is outdated (1961) as there was no phones or cars which there is now which increases interaction
- The majority of older people remain socially active with friends

Question 10

What is the Activity Theory?

Answer 10

• Older people that stay physically and socially active will have a better quality of life

Question 11

What is the evaluation of the Activity Theory?

Answer 11

• Research shows that staying active improves and promotes a more positive wellbeing
• Practical applications in care homes