Elderly as a Vulnerable Population According to the Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary (2002)‚ vulnerability is the ability to “Be easily physically‚ emotionally‚ or mentally hurt‚ influenced or attacked.” At any given time‚ anyone can become vulnerable. Demographically‚ the nature of society is changing. The population of older people is dramatically increasing. The U.S Census Bureau states that the population of people greater than 65 is projected to double by the year
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Substance Abuse and the Elderly Substance abuse in the elderly exists just as in any other population. Many seniors develop substance abuse problems due to circumstances or situations due to the aging process. A report by the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration indicates that 17% of adults age 60 and older are affected by alcohol abuse and abuse of legal drugs. The report also states that a third of those seniors who abuse substances did
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The Homeless and Elderly Population BSHS 301 February 8‚ 2010 The Homeless & Elderly Population As we seek pleasure‚ we often forget our purpose in life. We feed our egos as we like‚ but there is one thing that humans don’t know is that all of us have access to opportunities like those who think they have everything in life. But unfortunately not all of us are capable of seeing the poverty in our society. Not all homeless people chose to live in the streets or shelters‚ especially
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Issues Affecting the Elderly BSHS/342 University of Phoenix November 6‚ 2008 As we grow in to adulthood‚ there are many things that start to change in our life and like the physical characteristics‚ mental capability‚ along with other things. The aging process does not proceed at a uniform rate all over the body. As we age‚ the various functions and physiological reactions of our body gradually slow down. These changes are not apparent until perhaps 50 years of age
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I ambitiously decided that I would brighten the lives of the elderly by volunteering at a rest home‚ but discovered that the elderly were being neglected‚ shoved aside and forgotten. As I stepped into the home a pungent odor penetrated my nostrils‚ causing an instantaneous gagging reflex. The place was abounded with neglected and subdued inhabitants‚ yearning for attention. Anybody that passed them caused a sudden outburst of ranting. The negligence and disregard the home displayed appalled me‚ but
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more convenient for the elderly‚ so they can continue to live at home and have the care givers come to them. There are many different companies that will provide the in-home care. It is an alternative that is‚ more cost effective then nursing homes. Many have elderly family members‚ who are unable to take care of themselves. The toughest choice is trying to decide who is going to provide the care they need. According to the article “Public Policies Should Help the Elderly Live at Home”‚ published
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adding to overall stress. It is unfortunate to say but at times we sacrifice our loved ones‚ whether it be young children or our elderly family members. Both young children and the elderly need constant supervision and assistance with their ADL. That’s to say not all of the elderly population has family to look after their well being. A large number of the elderly
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Depression is not only a state of being sad‚ it is a disease that conquers the ability to feel emotion‚ whether good or bad‚ whatsoever. Depression not only involves the mind‚ it also involves the body and thoughts. In different cultures some complain of excessive headaches and extreme pain and this is identified as depression‚ moderate or otherwise. This disease can be passed down through genes or can follow external events or can be caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Depression affects
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Depression By: Shelly McNalley Introduction to Anthropology‚ Psychology‚ and Sociology Teacher: Michelle Sharpe May 22‚ 2013 Depression I. What is Depression? II. Signs and Symptoms of Depression a. Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness b. Loss of interest in daily activities c. Appetite or weight changes d. Sleep changes e. Anger or irritability f. Loss of energy g. Self-loathing h. Reckless behavior i. Concentration problems
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