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Worst of all, there's the beginning stage, where they realize what is happening to them and are angry, sad, frightened and utterly helpless to do anything about it. Gradually, they withdraw from life as they can't do the things they once enjoyed ...
Aging is a complex process and what one becomes in late life is a product of a lifetime of personal choices.
Now, is there anything more quintessentially American than an old-fashioned county fair?
Aging, according to programmed theories, represents a natural continuation of the cycle that regulates childhood growth and development.
There are multifactorial processes that can affect how we age and multiple theories to explain these processes. These theories are biological, psychological, spiritual, and sociological in nature. Aging is such a complex phenomenon, that no one theory alone can suffice.
Like many “third-agers,” I am currently investigating ways to make myself more marketable and to expand employment options as I age. I also wish to continue to make meaningful contributions to society during the remaining third of my life.
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) affects 4 - 5 % of older adults in the U.S. It is the most common type of dementia, and its effects are devastating for both the individual and the extended family unit, as well as being very expensive for society overall.
I am so distressed about the way my grandsons are being raised that I'm at my wits' end. What do I do?
Somebody, please tell me I'm not the only one to experience this: Have you ever changed the toilet paper roll at home, only to find yourself changing them everywhere you go for the next week or so?
Here's to new beginnings for graduates everywhere and for the parents filled with pride, joy, love, anticipation, relief ...
