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Full-Text Articles in Gerontology
The Effects Of Life Review On Well-Being In The Elderly, Karen Michelle Fagerstrom
The Effects Of Life Review On Well-Being In The Elderly, Karen Michelle Fagerstrom
Theses Digitization Project
It is widely believed among developmental psychologists that old age is a distinct developmental stage with unique goals, struggles and opportunities for growth. Achieving integrity involves making sense of disparate aspects of one's life and seing life as one complete whole, rather than bits and pieces of a puzzle. Integrity is achieved when each part of the puzzle is put into place, forming one complete picture.
Issues Impacting The Quality Of Mental Health In Older Adults, Rachel I. Pettit
Issues Impacting The Quality Of Mental Health In Older Adults, Rachel I. Pettit
Graduate Research Papers
Older adults are confronted with a variety of developmental and unexpected issues that can impair or strengthen their mental health. Affective and anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and suicide are some of the mental health issues when older adults experience difficulty with the aging process. On the other hand, the quality of their physical and mental health, their support system, the resolution of grief and loss issues, and the strength of their spirituality assist older adults in recreating meaning. Thus, they are able to live their senior years with purpose. These issues will be addressed and recommendations will be described with …