finals Flashcards
thats all yall (24 cards)
environmental justice
social and economic justice can be linked to environmental justice–equal access to natural resources, safe and healthy living environments, environmental health and sustainability.
climate change tied to racial and social justice issues. [power outages, damage to homes, disruption in services, and lack of water and food impact POC]
3 largest groups by 2045
non-Hispanic Whites, Hispanics/Latinx & Black
trauma
defined as any experience that is emotionally distressing enough to overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope…powerlessness
trauma informed principles–guidelines for trauma informed care and work that are sensitive to the trauma experiences of others and promote more effective care and work environments. [feeling physically and psychologically safe; promoting trust/transparency; strong peer support & mutual self-help; fostering collaboration and mutuality etc.]
schizophrenia
mental illness whose symptoms tend to exhibit themselves in later adolscence or early adulthood.
cause…unknown…genetic/biological factors? genetic predesposition? environmental stressors? role of reinforcement and cognitive processes in DEV?
folwers theory
early, middle & OA
early: environmental influence + can not rationally think thru what is spiritual, but they subscribe to what they are told. children relate to stories and symbolism + use elements to represent faith.
middle: exposed to info thru interaction , find meaning but adhere to conventional ways of thinking about faith, begin to think critically ab meaning of faith and their personal beliefs + compare beliefs to what they are taught
OA: accept that conflicts exist between their beliefs and those of conventional religions, spirituality takes deeper meaning + ppl intergrate conflicts in beliefs & work toward ensuring the wellbeing of human kind, recog. injustice and find meaning in self sacrifice for GREATER GOOD
spirituality vs. faith
s: human search for a sense of meaning, purpose and morally fulfilling relations with oneself + LIFE ORIENTING beliefs
f: more grounded in beliefs and how they intersect with religion
female sexual assault survivors
-race and gender play an imperative role on victim blaming w/i SA
-policies and justice system loopholes create inattention to cases impacting WOC
educate yw on sexual harrasment, model respect, leadershi and good communication
-SWs can change attitudes that perpetuate assault, harassment, and discrimination
-Must help dispel gender-based myths and sterotypes thru education and advocacy
motivational interviewing
person-centered therapuetic tech. and clincial style based in cognitive behavioral therapy
-promotes behaviorchange, draw out thoughts on issues
-helps client develop and articulate arguments for and against change
learning theory vs. erikson
LT: religiosity and spirituality as LEARNED, socialized into us as we imitate the beliefs and behaviors of people who are close to us. same tendencies/traditions as parents
E: view faith and religious participation as dependent on the particular developmental tasks and crises w/ which ppl grapple in certain life stages. stage determines how it is viewed, intimacy v isolation–abandon or connect to religion?
levinsons life structure
women’s perspectives
-tend to differ from men’s
-less likely to have a mentor
-“dream” focused on needs of others
-centered on well being of family
eriksons theory
middle and older
generativity vs. stagnation: begin to look past own lives to the well-being of those around them, if not done become self-absorbed and stagnated and unable to be productive for the sake of others
integrity vs despair: reflect on their lives and take inventory or their success. ppl who are satisfied with what they have accomplished have a sense of well-being and peace. those who are not satisfied have a sense of despair and mourn for lost opportunities.
ageism
prejudice and discriminatory against individuals or groups in the basis of their age
divorce outcomes
can be positive for some, less stress or responsibility
newfound freedom
midlife
andropause and menopause
a: between 40-60 years old, reevaluation of careers, familial relationships, and other major life decisions + risk behaviors since “time is running out”
m: average 51+ and many physiological changes reactions: psychological, value of new freedom, anxiety
sandwich generation
generation where a parent has a child or children >18 and also caring for a parent/older adult
aging theories
disengagement, activity, continuity
a: more physically/mentally active you are, the more successfully you will age. [housework, volunteering, and work]
d: mutually detachment from society and the person, society pulls aways since OA can be “disruptive”
c: emphasize the role of personality in aging, life experiences establish a foundation from which ppl continually develop
stages of grief
DABDA
denial (no, not me…must be a mistake), anger(why me? what did i do to deserve this?), bargaining (i’ll do better. i promise i’ll do ______so just ______), depression (turned inward) and acceptance (closure)
ADLS & IADLS
activities of daily living: personal hygiene and care tasks
instrumental activities in daily living: task tied to living independently
functional vs. chronological
chronological: person’s age in years can determine when service/programs are available
functional age: measure by how well people complete daily tasks and roles; ability to manage one’s own life
AGE DOES NOT ALWAYS CORRECTLY REFLECT HOW OLD THE PERSON ACTS OR FEELS PHYSICALLY OR PSYCHOLOGICALLY
life review therapy
reminiscence therapy + helps facilitate the process of reflecting on and reviewing one’s life. involves mentally taking stock of one’s life, addressing unresolved conflicts or issues, and elucidating positive past events and accomplishments
sexuality in older adults
old ppl still have sex! using lube for dryness or drugs for any issue of arrousal
-maintain an active sex life and resport an increase in their interest in/quality of and satisfaction w/ sex
disenfranchisement, complicated and regular grief
d: refers to situations when people’s reactions to loss are unacknowledged by others
c: refers to people who might have difficulties coping w/ loss and who mught experience prolonged periods of distress and adjustment problems
r/n: refers to idea that there is a wide emotional, cognitive and behavioral responses to loss and these are all “normal”
senescence
process of aging
medical model lens [adls, iadls, osteo, loss of muscle mass, arthritis, hearing-related problems, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, changes in appearance, and slower reaction time]
legal rights (OAA)
concern over “poor and disenfranchised”
declaration of obj/definitions
adminstration on aging
grants for stage and comm. programs on aging
activities for health, independence and longevity
community service senior opportunities act
grants for native americans
vulnerable elder rights protection
