UNIT 1 - THEORIES OF AGEING

Question 1

who was the activity theory by?

Answer 1

Robert Havighurst, 1960’s

Question 2

what is the activity theory based on?

Answer 2

based on the belief that:

• social and psychological beliefs remain the same
• people need activity and social interactions
• they adjust to their declining health/mobility/strength

Question 3

explain the activity theory

Answer 3

individuals can achieve healthy ageing through continued social activity

Question 4

explain the social disengagement theory

Answer 4

a reduction in social contact is natural in older age

Question 5

what is the social disengagement theory based on?

Answer 5

• they naturally withdraw from social contact at an older age
• society withdraws from older people
• they focus on their previous life and activities
• families expect less from the elderly, older people become more dependent
• ageing can result in tranquility and be a positive development

Question 6

how can we support older people to get the satisfaction of living life?

Answer 6

• involvement in new activities, hobbies and volunteering etc
• planning of new goals
• new relationships
• decision making and choices about their own care