Chalter 15 Physical And Cognitive Development In Middle Adulthood Flashcards
(12 cards)
Sexual Dysfunction
A persistent disturbance in sexual desire or sexual response
- lack of interest
- painful intercourse
Sexuality
Sex life diminishes gradually during 40-50
Decline is related to :
- chronic illness
- monotony in relationship
- worries
Metabolism
The chemical process that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life
Endurance
Decrease in basal metabolism ( use of energy to maintain vital functions )
Hearing
>why is there hearing loss?
>who has trouble hearing ?
Degeneration of the cochlea - primary neural receptor for hearing in the inner ear 47% of men 30% of women 60%of people over the age of 85 Whites more than blacks
Menopause
Takes place when a women permanently stops ovulating and can no longer have a child, it is generally considered to happen one year after the last menstrual
Strength in middle adulthood
You lose strength and coordination
Post formal thought
Mature adult safe better at integrating :
> logic with intuition and emotion
> conflicting facts and ideas
> new and old information
Ethnic and racial differences in disease and death rates
Hispanics : increased incidence of ( stroke,liver disease, diabetes, HIV infection, homocide)
African Americans: higher death rates from lung, colorectal, prostate, and breast cancer
> hypertension is more prevalent
Hypertension
High blood pressure
Erectile dysfunction
Persistent inability to achieve or maintain an eract penis for sexual performance
Possible contributions :
( drugs, alcohol, lack of knowledge, unsatisfying relationship, stress)
Film clip on physical health
warning signs of a heart attack & heart disease
#1 cause of death. Men and women Warning signs : Chest discomfort Shortness of breath Break out In Cold sweat Weakness Dizziness/lightheadness
