OLDER ADULT DEVELOPMENT and CONTEXT Flashcards
Typical demographics for older adults
Where OT practice is headed with the demographics
at home
Myths and Realities of Aging
Myths:
Realities:
Demographics of the majority of the older population in the future
- Women
- 85+ oldest old
-Minority - Not Married
Characteristics of Boomer population
between 60 - 78 yo
- newly retired
- retirement years
- high levels of education
- information seeking
- more assertive around info relating to chronic conditions
- competitive
Young Old Characteristics (65-75)
- recent retirement
- parents of adult children
- grandparents
- increased leisure time, volunteer time
- Student
- most chronic health conditions managed well
Mid Old Characteristics (75-85)
- simplify life, reduce activities
- need for rest
- rely more on family or social network for assistance
- decreased in driving - increase used of public transportation
- increase loss of significant others
- chronic conditions may decrease activity level and sense of well being
Limitations of Normal Aging
Old Old Characteristics (85+)
- Reflective on life, relationships and contributions
- concerns with own losses and death
- can be a time of peace and generosity, giving valued things to others
- conflict resolution
Theories of Older Adult Development
Genetic Theories:
a. Programmed Aging
b. Somatic Mutation Theory
c. Free Radical Theory
d. Auto-immune Theory
e. Cybernetic/Neuroendocrine Theory
Non Genetic Theory
a. wear and tear theory
Social and Psychological Developmental Theories of Aging
1. Disengagement Theory
2. Socioemotional Selectivity Theory
3. Activity Theory
4. Continuity Theory
5.Lifespan/Life Course Theory
6. Erikson’s Theory of Human Development
7. Peck’s Stages of Psychological Development
8. Exchange Theory
9. Thriving: A Holistic Lifespan Theory
10. Selective Optimization and Compensation Theory
Reasons why older adults assigned to various OT practice environements
Acute Injuries - may involved hospital stay or several session of outpatient facility (COPD)
Chronic/ disabling conditions - first in acute care the rehabilitation or sub-acute rehab units, home care, outpatient practice and SNF (CVA, PD, Amputation)
Prevention, Wellness programs - for adultsin continuing education, workshops, clinics that specialized in particular prevention or vocational and personal interest areas. (Safety in the Home & Falls Prevention Programs)
typical of the normal aging process and recommendations based on stages
- decreased in 5 senses
- vision changes
- contrast sensitivity
- balance
- decreased reaction time
- hardening of arteries
Benefits of normal aging
Future trends of older adults
- Women
- 85+ oldest old
-Minority - Not Married
