Final Exam Flashcards
(24 cards)
marriage effects on older adults
good mental and physical health outcomes
what helps marital satisfaction
communication, adaptability, emotional support, quality time
what is gray divorce
couples divorcing later in life and after being married for many years - often ppl age 50ish because kids are moving out
which generation spends more time with their kids
millenials, gen x
elder abuse risk factors
social isolation, caregiver dependence, cognitive impairment
common types of elder abuse
physical, emotional, financial exploitation, neglect, abandonment, sexual
what province has highest kids living at home
ontario
factors for kids still living at home
finances
what is bridge employment
return to work part/full time after retirement
what influences bridge employment
finances, health and well-being, lifestyle preferences
what types of leisure activities
more active than passive (i.e., swimming, cricket etc.)
where do most older adults live
private dwellings - at home
characteristics of age friendly communities
outdoor areas, affordable, good walkways, public transport, health services available, social opportunities
what triggers a move from home
health changes
downsizing
death of partner
not affordable
move closer to children
private dwelling
individual units with private spaces
collective dwelling
shared living spaces
second source of wealth
pensions, real estate, savings, inheritance, government assistances, part-time employment
environmental press model
some challenges in their environment that helps them to remain “sharp”
selective optimization and compensation model
pick a goal
optimize it
compensate in some way
what age are people most likely to die
developed - 85+
less developed - 0-1yr
highest death score country
bulgaria
lowest death score country
qatar
Does framing a question in a way influence support of MAID
yes - can evoke different emotions
positive - “Do you believe that individuals facing unbearable suffering at the end of life should have the right to choose a dignified death with the assistance of medical professionals
negative - “Do you think it’s acceptable for doctors to help end a patient’s life, even if the patient is suffering from a terminal illness?”
ross’ stages of dying
denial
anger
bargaining
depression
acceptance
