later adulthood Flashcards
1
Q
what age group is later adulthood?
A
65+
2
Q
what happens to a later adulthood’s body?
A
- reduce in heart and lung function
- reduced mobility
- stiff joints and brittle bones
- reduced smell, taste and sensitivity to heat
- loss of hearing
- loss of eye sight
3
Q
what helps older people stay in good health?
A
being physically active
4
Q
what emotional changes do older people face?
A
- denial, guilt and grief
- loneliness and hopelessness
- stubbornness
- anger, depression and anxiety
5
Q
what intellectual disability may older people develop?
A
dementia related illnesses, memory problems.
6
Q
at this final life stage how could social developments change?
A
- becoming grandparents and retiring
- develop and builds relationships with family members as well as friends
