scholarly journals The Role of MHTS for Healthy Aging. Physical Checkup and Health-Education in the Elderly.

1991 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 37-49
Author(s):  
WASAKU KOYAMA
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
The Elderly

Prospective Memory Development Across the Lifespan

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 162-173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sascha Zuber ◽  
Matthias Kliegel
Keyword(s):  
Prospective Memory ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
Present Model ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cognitive Factors ◽  
Everyday Functioning ◽  
Integrative Framework

Abstract. Prospective Memory (PM; i.e., the ability to remember to perform planned tasks) represents a key proxy of healthy aging, as it relates to older adults’ everyday functioning, autonomy, and personal well-being. The current review illustrates how PM performance develops across the lifespan and how multiple cognitive and non-cognitive factors influence this trajectory. Further, a new, integrative framework is presented, detailing how those processes interplay in retrieving and executing delayed intentions. Specifically, while most previous models have focused on memory processes, the present model focuses on the role of executive functioning in PM and its development across the lifespan. Finally, a practical outlook is presented, suggesting how the current knowledge can be applied in geriatrics and geropsychology to promote healthy aging by maintaining prospective abilities in the elderly.

Intergenerational Education for the Psychological, Social and Educational Improvement of the Elderly

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-26
Author(s):  
Nazaret Martínez-Heredia
Keyword(s):  
Educational Level ◽  
Mixed Type ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
Social Role ◽  
Intergenerational Relationships ◽  
Daily Practice ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Educational Improvement ◽  
Intergenerational Education

Introduction: Intergenerational education encourages cooperation and interaction between two or more generations through experiences, knowledge, skills, attitudes and values. Objective: The main objective of our research was to know the benefits at the psychological, social and educational level of intergenerational education. Methods: This is mixed-type research establishing relationships between young and old. The sample consists of a total of 94 people, 47 young people (aged between 21 and 40 years old) and 47 older (aged between 65 and 85 years). We promote the development of a mixed methodology to know if after the implementation of an intergenerational program we have obtained benefits in the elderly participants. Results: Considering the results we can say that the benefits at the psychological, social and educational level have been very remarkable of our elders. Conclusions: We must bet on intergenerational relationships as an ideal within our daily practice achieving a healthy aging, benefiting continuity in an active social role of our elders.

scholarly journals Carotenoids: How Effective Are They to Prevent Age-Related Diseases?

Molecules ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (9) ◽  
pp. 1801 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bee Ling Tan ◽  
Mohd Esa Norhaizan
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Antioxidant Systems ◽  
Potential Intervention ◽  
Healthy Longevity ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Underlying Mechanisms ◽  
Endogenous Antioxidant

Despite an increase in life expectancy that indicates positive human development, a new challenge is arising. Aging is positively associated with biological and cognitive degeneration, for instance cognitive decline, psychological impairment, and physical frailty. The elderly population is prone to oxidative stress due to the inefficiency of their endogenous antioxidant systems. As many studies showed an inverse relationship between carotenoids and age-related diseases (ARD) by reducing oxidative stress through interrupting the propagation of free radicals, carotenoid has been foreseen as a potential intervention for age-associated pathologies. Therefore, the role of carotenoids that counteract oxidative stress and promote healthy aging is worthy of further discussion. In this review, we discussed the underlying mechanisms of carotenoids involved in the prevention of ARD. Collectively, understanding the role of carotenoids in ARD would provide insights into a potential intervention that may affect the aging process, and subsequently promote healthy longevity.

scholarly journals Physical Activity and Rehabilitation – A Key to Healthy Aging

2021 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 62-68
Author(s):  
V. Mihaylova ◽  
I. Ivanova ◽  
A. Alakidi ◽  
K. Kilova ◽  
M. Liochkova
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
Senior Citizen ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
New Beginning ◽  
Good Mental Health ◽  
Insufficient Physical Activity ◽  
Contemporary Medicine

Abstract A doctrine was established regarding the so called “new beginning” – the transition to the post-retirement period for a full-value experience of the available compensatory reserves and creation of overcoming strategies for opposing and coping with the obstacles in the still uncommon lifestyle of the senior citizen. By outlining the role of physical activity in a synthesized format, a successful attempt for data classification worldwide was made; in one fourth of the elderly people there is insufficient physical activity, more evident in the women and for Bulgaria this percent is higher (95%). The role and effect of categorized physical exercises for mobility, flexibility, and stretching, aerobic and anaerobic movements have been pointed out. Moreover, the review discusses the preventive effects of rehabilitation, including psychological ones and the role of it in helping patients live with socially significant diseases, coping with disability. The contribution of physical activity and rehabilitation as protective factors of non-infectious diseases is associated with good mental health, improved quality of life and well-being. Within this meaning, while contemporary medicine adds years to life, physical activity and mostly rehabilitation is a significant reason for adding a meaningful life in the course of aging and old age.

scholarly journals The role of outdoor seating facilities for the elderly in dense settlements at Ngampilan Village, Yogyakarta

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-44
Author(s):  
Diananta Pramitasari ◽  
Ulfaizah Sahril ◽  
Ahmad Sarwadi
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Aging ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
Environmental Amenities ◽  
City Center ◽  
Household Activities ◽  
Social Recreation ◽  
Yogyakarta City

The environmental amenities of areas with a high elderly population need to be adjusted to support their lives and ensure they experience a healthy aging process. Therefore, this research examines the role of residential areas in providing support to the daily activities of the elderly for their optimal and everyday use of available outdoor seating facilities. Data were obtained from 25 outdoor seating facilities in a densely populated environment in Yogyakarta City center through observations, interviews, and person-centered mapping of the elderly as respondents. The results showed that the elderly utilize outdoor seating for social, recreation, rest, shelter, and household activities. Therefore, it is still necessary to improve the physical quality of seating in these facilities to ensure that they are maximally utilized by the elderly. The important aspect in establishing these criteria are as follows: (1) dimensions, (2) protection, (3) material, (4) Form, and (5) comfort.

scholarly journals The THE ROLE OF PROBIOTIC SUPPLEMENTATION ON THE IMMUNE SYSTEM IN ELDERLY

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina Permata Shalim ◽  
Angelina Yoewono ◽  
Yeodi Utomo ◽  
RA Tuty Kuswardhani
Keyword(s):  
Immune System ◽  
Gut Microbiota ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Clinical Setting ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Risk Of Infection ◽  
Probiotic Supplementation ◽  
New Strategy

Elderly tends to be more susceptible to infections and chronic diseases. Malnutrition, immunosenescence, and changes in the gut microbiota affect susceptibility to the elderly. Several studies have shown that there is a change in the composition and variability of gut microbiota as we grow older. These changes are considered to increasing the risk of infection and play a role in the pathogenesis of various diseases in elderly. Supplementation of probiotics is expected to overcome the microbiota changes in the elderly and therefore improve the health of the elderly. In this review we will discuss about normal gut microbiota, changes in gut microbiota in the elderly, and effects of probiotics, prebiotics and synbiotics supplementation in the elderly. We will also review recent studies on the health benefits of probiotics for the elderly immune system as a new strategy for healthy aging. Recent data suggests that supplementation of probiotics can increase the immunity of the elderly. Further research is needed so that probiotic supplementation can be applied in clinical setting as a supporting therapy to improve the health of the elderly.

scholarly journals Efektifitas Terapi Rendam Air Hangat dengan Garam terhadap Skala Nyeri Arthritis Pada Lansia Di Panti Sosial Tresna Werdha Budi Luhur Kota Jambi

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 862
Author(s):  
Mursidah Dewi ◽  
Sovia Sovia ◽  
Putri Dwi Adha
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Pain Scale ◽  
Warm Water ◽  
P Value ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Pharmacological Management ◽  
Significant Difference

The aging factor caused by increace of age, often accompanied by various degenerative diseases. The dominant degenerative disease in elderly patients has the potential to require long-term care. One of the dominant occurrences is Arthritis. Problems that often arise in the elderly with arthritis are pain during activity, tingling, swelling and stiffness in the joints. Arthritis management can be done pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically, one form of non-pharmacological is warm water soaking. This research is a quantitative study, using a pre-experimental design with non-equivalent (pretest and posttest) two group design, aims to determine the effect of warm water and salt therapy on the pain scale of the elderly with Arthritis. This research was conducted at PSTW Budi Luhur Jambi, the research sample was 30 respondents. The results showed a significant difference in the mean pain scale of warm water soak therapy plus salt with warm water soak therapy without salt in the elderly with Arthritis (p-value 0,000 <p α 0,05), furthermore warm water soak therapy with salt was effective given to reduce the pain scale in the elderly with arthritis. Non-pharmacological management in the form of health education can be given to the elderly related to the management of pain. Enhancing the role of nurses as care providers can be done to provide holistic services in implementing nurses' independent actions. The role of educators to provide health education about the management of Arthritis pain, the role of facilitators and motivators in facilitating the elderly and to encourage the elderly to conduct therapy, in addition warm water soak with salt is like economical therapeutic, can be done independently.  As well as the nurse can collaborate with other health teams in the institution to manage  Arthritis pain in the elderly.

scholarly journals Social Work in The Greek Schools: A Review of Policy Texts

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
pp. 3325-3330
Author(s):  
Georgia Eleni Lempesi
Keyword(s):  
Human Rights ◽  
Social Work ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Social Worker ◽  
Social Protection ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
European Countries ◽  
The Social ◽  
Legislative Framework

Social work is an applied science that finds application in a multitude of fields, health, education, social protection, protection of the elderly, addiction, human rights, etc. Specifically, in the field of education both in America and in European countries, the social worker has an active presence in schools in various forms. This article will analyze the evolution of the role of the social worker in education in Greece through the study of the legislative framework from 1975 to 2018.

The Predictive Factors of Expectation Regarding Aging: The Role of the Sense of Belonging

2021 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amir Hossein Goudarzian ◽  
Ameneh Yaghoobzadeh ◽  
Fariba Heydarzadeh ◽  
Fatemeh Ghorbanpour ◽  
Hamid Sharif Nia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
Interpersonal Relations ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Objectives: The present study aimed to assess the correlation between the sense of belonging and expectation regarding aging in the elderly. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 300 elderly residents in Tehran and Ghazvin, Iran. The expectations regarding aging (ERA-12) was used to evaluate the same variable, and the other measurement tool was the sense of belonging instrument. Results: The sense of belonging had a direct, significant correlation with expectation regarding aging (β = 0.466; P < 0.001), so that the sense of belonging could predict various dimensions of expectation regarding aging, such as physical health (β = 0.20; B = 0.08; P < 0.001), mental health (β = 0.40; B = 0.31; P < 0.001), and cognitive function (β = 0.40; B = 0.34; P < 0.001). Conclusions: Considering the obtained results, it is recommended that special attention be paid to psychological factors (e.g., sense of belonging) in order to improve interpersonal relations and healthy aging in the elderly. Furthermore, these factors have a significant impact on the life expectancy and quality of life of this population.

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