For some, it's a fear of the physical changes that come with aging. For others, it's the fear of losing their independence and becoming a burden on their loved ones. And for many, it's the fear of death itself. No matter what form your fear takes, it can be a debilitating force in your life.
Common conditions in older age include hearing loss, cataracts and refractive errors, back and neck pain and osteoarthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, depression and dementia. As people age, they are more likely to experience several conditions at the same time.
And no wonder. Negative attitudes about age and aging are part of many cultures these days. We don't want to get old for many reasons. Some of our concerns, like fear of loss—of independence, of loved ones, of our physical and mental abilities, and of course, of life itself—have some basis in reality.
Biological Aging. This is the type of aging most people are familiar with, since it refers to the various ways the human body naturally changes over time. ...
Several factors are responsible for ageing: age, sleep, dietary habits, nutrition, physical activity, general health condition, emotional well-being, physical impairment, cultural factors, life events, social support, family well-being, financial resources, cognitive functioning, and diseases.
Table 2 shows that healthy aging-associated factors are categorized into five; biological, mental, behavioral, nutritional and socioeconomic factors. Biological factors encompass physiological and biochemical factors.
middle age, period of human adulthood that immediately precedes the onset of old age. Though the age period that defines middle age is somewhat arbitrary, differing greatly from person to person, it is generally defined as being between the ages of 40 and 60.
“Cortisol and stress hormones fatigue our bodies and could show in our skin as dehydration, sallowness, roughness and deep expression lines.” In this sense, stress can speed up the aging process or even cause premature aging skin.
Chronic stress was associated with accelerated aging and increased insulin resistance. Emotional regulation and self-control were associated with healthier aging and longevity. This research provides opportunities to reduce the negative impacts of stress on aging.
Cardiovascular Disease. Cardiovascular disease remains the most common cause of death of older adults, although death rates have dropped in the last 20 years. ...
There are six main areas that can lead to work-related stress if they are not managed properly. These are: demands, control, support, relationships, role and change.
