Abstract
This subject critically examines the concepts of health, wellbeing and ill-health as experienced by a range of older adults. Age related physical, psychological and cognitive changes are examined and differentiated between those associated with healthy ageing and those associated with medical conditions. A range of age-associated medical conditions are examined … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Bio-psycho-social and cultural elements of healthy ageingPhysical and cognitive changes associated with later life.Medical conditions, risks and preventative strategies associated with later life.Mental health in later lifeSocial and cultural contexts of informal careCarer health and wellbeing
Assessment items
1. Learning Portfolio
2. Educational Resource
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
Critically examine and apply bio-psycho-social and cultural perspectives to age related physical, psychological and cognitive changes experienced by older adults.
2.
Identify and evaluate the differences between age-related cognitive and physical changes in healthy ageing from those associated with illness.
3.
Apply knowledge of preventive strategies to minimise health risks to older adults.
4.
Critically analyse the socio-cultural context and health and well-being implications of family/informal care.