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| Different types of people will react to all of these social transitions in various ways. It is very important, as a caregiver, to recognize and be aware when an elderly adult is not adjusting well to these changes. | Different types of people will react to all of these social transitions in various ways. It is very important, as a caregiver, to recognize and be aware when an elderly adult is not adjusting well to these changes. | ||
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| - | Coon, D., & Mitterer, J. O. (2010). Introduction to psychology: Gateways to mind and behaviour (12th ed.) Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. | ||
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| === Warning Signs and Signs for Intervention === | === Warning Signs and Signs for Intervention === | ||
| - | There are several warning signs to look for when determining if an elderly relative is having dificulties adapting to the social changes in his or her life. Feelings of hopelessness and emptiness, withdrawal from close relationships as well as showing unresponsive and depressive behaviours can be a sign for the need of social intervention<ref name="Berk"/><ref name="Cat">Cattan, M., White, M., Bond, J. & Learmouth, A. (2005). Preventing social isolation and loneliness among older people: a systematic review of health promotion interventions. ''Ageing & Society, 25,'' 41-67. </ref><ref name="Rou">Routassalo, P., & Pitkala, K. H. (2003). Loneliness among older people. ''Reviews in Clinical Gerontology, 13,'' 303-311.</ref>. The two important warning signs that your aging relative needs social intervention are feelings of loneliness and social isolation<ref name="Shi">Shiovitz-Ezra, S. & Leitsch, S. A. (2010). The role of social relationships in predicting loneliness: The national social life, health, and aging project. SocialWork Research, 34, 157-167.</ref>. | + | There are several warning signs to look for when determining if an elderly relative is having dificulties adapting to the social changes in his or her life. Feelings of hopelessness and emptiness, withdrawal from close relationships as well as showing unresponsive and depressive behaviours can be a sign for the need of social intervention<ref name="Berk"/><ref name="Cat">Cattan, M., White, M., Bond, J. & Learmouth, A. (2005). Preventing social isolation and loneliness among older people: a systematic review of health promotion interventions. ''Ageing & Society, 25,'' 41-67. </ref><ref name="Rou">Routassalo, P., & Pitkala, K. H. (2003). Loneliness among older people. ''Reviews in Clinical Gerontology, 13,'' 303-311.</ref>. The two important warning signs that your aging relative needs social intervention are feelings of loneliness and social isolation<ref name="Shi">Shiovitz-Ezra, S. & Leitsch, S. A. (2010). The role of social relationships in predicting loneliness: The national social life, health, and aging project. ''SocialWork Research, 34,'' 157-167.</ref>. |
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Psychological
Physical
Social
What is it?
There are multiple aspects included in the social perspective of caring for an aging relative. Throughout the stages of life, everyone experiences multiple changes to their social roles and relationships[1][2]. In elderly people, these changes can include the pruning of relationships down to a small group of people whom they are closest to and feel are most important in their life[1][2]. It can also include social role changes chosen by the elder such as becoming a volunteer or being a significant role in their grandchildren’s lives[2]. Or role changes that are not so positive and not explicitly selected by the older adult. For example, being widowed or becoming a care receiver[2].
Different types of people will react to all of these social transitions in various ways. It is very important, as a caregiver, to recognize and be aware when an elderly adult is not adjusting well to these changes.
Warning Signs and Signs for Intervention
There are several warning signs to look for when determining if an elderly relative is having dificulties adapting to the social changes in his or her life. Feelings of hopelessness and emptiness, withdrawal from close relationships as well as showing unresponsive and depressive behaviours can be a sign for the need of social intervention[1][3][4]. The two important warning signs that your aging relative needs social intervention are feelings of loneliness and social isolation[5].
Loneliness and social isolation in old age have shown multiple consequences in various studies. Both have been linked to higher blood pressure, elevated risks for depression and poor mental health[5][4]. They have also have shown to be predictors of mortality, thoughts of suicide and suicide[5][4]. Therefore, it is extremely important to be aware and know how to implement prevention and treatment techniques to inhibit further harm to the well being of an elderly relative.
Prevention and Treatment
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Adapting to the New Lifestyle
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World Health Organization Link [1]
Notes and References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Berk, L. E. (2010). Exploring lifespan development (2nd ed.). Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Bjorklund, B. R. (2011). The journey of adulthood (7th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall
- ↑ Cattan, M., White, M., Bond, J. & Learmouth, A. (2005). Preventing social isolation and loneliness among older people: a systematic review of health promotion interventions. Ageing & Society, 25, 41-67.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Routassalo, P., & Pitkala, K. H. (2003). Loneliness among older people. Reviews in Clinical Gerontology, 13, 303-311.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Shiovitz-Ezra, S. & Leitsch, S. A. (2010). The role of social relationships in predicting loneliness: The national social life, health, and aging project. SocialWork Research, 34, 157-167.
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