C2 & C3 - psychological and societal impacts of aging Flashcards
How can social change impact a person as they age?
It is believed that as individuals get older, they more likely to vote. It is believed that young people are less likely to vote. As an individual get older, they may start to view themselves as they ‘head of the family’ especially if they are providing for the family and making decisions on behalf of their family.
How could the death of a partner create social change?
The loss of a partner can bring an individual grief. This could lead the individual to feel not safe or secure due to their loss. It could impact their self-concept. They may have loved to be viewed as a couple with their partner and now they lose their sense of self and isolate from others.
Explain how death of friends is a social change impacting people as they age
Losing a friend could impact your social support network which could lead to anxiety and stress. This could make you isolate from others.
Explain how increased leisure time causes social change as you age
Retirement provides flexibility and freedom for some individuals. Some people may take this time to spend with children and grandchildren or go on holidays with friends. However some may see this as lack of contact such as not interacting with others like they used to at work.
How can culture and beliefs impact your care as you age?
In some cases, as we get older extended family members may care for us. However, in the UK and other societies care can be provided by the welfare state or private and voluntary organisations. With these organisations we tend to take a person centred approach to make the individual feel empowered.
