Week 3: Aging Flashcards
3 elements to successful aging
- Affordance/Facilitator
- Presses/Experience
- Constrains/Barrier
Biological theory?
genetics and cellular changes
Psychosocial theory?
social participation and engagement
What is the purpose of “place ballets”?
to conserve energy and reduce stress
3 factor involved in the analysis of place
- patterns of daily activity
- surveillance zone
- environment
What is a surveillance zone?
The zone that is integral for an activity
Is disengagement theory biological or social?
social
What is disengagement theory?
Preserving activities that are meaningful; social withdraw means decline or loss in health or abilities
Strengths and weaknesses of disengagement theory?
+ ecological or broad perspective
- culturally and socially defined
What is activity theory?
greater participation leads to greater life satisfaction
What is continuity theory?
Continue familiar activity patterns; when disruption occurs stress increases
Strengths and weaknesses of continuity theory?
+ Encourage social cohesion/support; encourages social participation
- not inclusive
Is continuity theory biological or social?
social
What is the lifespan model?
looks at the biological and social aspects from birth to death
Is the lifespan model biological or social?
both
