Later adulthood

Question 1

What is the age range for later adulthood?

Answer 1

65+

Question 2

Physical development

Answer 2

Skin gets thinner, joints are stiffer, muscles and bones are weaker,

Question 3

Intellectual development

Answer 3

they forget things more often. (some may experience dementia).

To keep their minds active, they can make shopping lists every time they want to go shopping

Question 4

Emotional development

Answer 4

Older people spend more time with their families and friends as it keeps them content.

However at this stage some may loose life partners/family members due to old age.

Some may start to feel isolated and lonely so the support of family is very crucial in these times.

Question 5

Social development

Answer 5

The first part of later adulthood adults are more social are very active.

But during the second parts adults are less active and socialise less