Some of the issues that surround this are; getting around, money, different personalities, hearing/vision, technology, mobility, dementia, illness, physical changes, death of friends/family and accessible family. Cummings argued that older people would experience a reduction in social contact as they grew older and become ‘individual’ and less concerned about the expectations of others. He argued that it was appropriate and healthy for older people to withdraw from others. He said disengagement was a natural part of ageing. The theory of disengagement was widely accepted, for example Bromley in 1974 argued that although some individual fight the process all the way, disengagement to some degree is bound to happen because old people have neither the physical nor mental resources they had when they was young.
Depression in Older Adults Anjeli Patel ORG 6300 - Instructor: Kristin Ballard July 4th, 2011 Depression in Older Adults Personalities consist of many different characteristics that make up our individuality and dictate how we will interact with our environment and the people in it. In older adults, personalities tend to become more agreeable and open. Nevertheless, although older adults may appear to be happier than younger adults are, they still have to face aging. They could potentially have more health problems. They will have to retire from their jobs, which could result in the loss of social contacts.
Critically compare the value of ageing theories to individuals in differing health and social care settings The activity theory is about being active, therefore continuing to participate in physical, social, cultural and civic affairs. This theory states that even though older people retire they can still remain active, it slows down the process of ageing therefore an individual still has the physical ability as they age. The social disengagement theory is being withdrawn of less involved with people such as families and friends or withdrawn from activities due to ill health or depressed social opportunities. This theory states that as individuals age they become less involved in social activities and this is a natural part of ageing. Both
There are strengths and weakness of the diabetic clinic that Ann attended. If Ann does attend she is able to keep her diabetes at a low level her health will be improved. She will need less care with in her care plan. The more that Ann keeps her diabetes controlled the less dependent she will be. Due to the fact that she is being monitored and no further NHS actions are need such as a leg amputation the NHS will save money and it can be used on those that need it.
Activity 1 – Theories of Ageing Disengagement theory The disengagement theory is one of the first social theories of ageing developed by Cumming and Henry in 1961. It is the idea of which states older people begin to withdraw or disengage from their past roles in society due to the decrease of their physical, intellectual and emotional abilities and skills which they are unable to accommodate in their roles. Also, at this stage of life, the elderly will eventually begin to diminish interests in activities and hobbies. This leads to inactivity which will further affect physical and emotional development negatively. Society plays a big part of this theory as it contributes to the behaviour portrayed towards the elderly.
This will also take care of the lack of women mentors in the field. As time passes and as long as women still dream of being a good coach, some of these issues will right themselves as society progresses” (Ellis & Masterson, 2007, p.
Reduce the dependency rate whereby the young, elderly or the poor expect much from their well up relatives. The funds help the elderly to reduce stress by thinking a lot because they are living alone
They have more wisdom and life experiences to share with their children. On the opposite side, younger mothers are inclined to demonstrate undeveloped emotional stability, seem to lack necessary control and can be more immature. Society holds mixed reviews on whether it is fair and reasonable for a more mature woman to conceive and bare children. Some view the decision as selfish. Once the parent begins to age, the children are left with the responsibility of caring for his or her elderly parent.
For example as the population increases the amount of resources used decreases, so less children would mean the less use of electricity or heating, helping society by using little resources. Reproduction of the next generation, so society can continue. Socialisation of the young, so they can learn the norms and values of life. This would benefit the individual (the child) as they will understand how everything works when they are older and overcome any obstacles due to them being well prepared. This would benefit society as they have more young workers coming from the families.
Encouraging senior communities can be beneficial to not only the senior but the seniors loved ones as well. Senior living communities can provide peace of mind to relatives concerned about the senior’s well-being. Senior Living Communities are places where the aging population can live to make life easier and more fulfilling. As a person ages their needs and abilities may change in a way that they require more assistance than was needed in earlier life. Reasons that a senior citizen may be encouraged to live in a senior specific community can vary from cost efficiency to medical necessity.