This article discusses the concept of successful aging and explores the factors that contribute to it. It highlights the importance of exercise, healthy diet, and socioeconomic status in promoting healthy aging. The case study of X, a septuagenarian living in a retirement village, is used to illustrate these factors.

As we age, it's important to maintain our independence and quality of life. Successful aging is possible with the help of good planning and community support.

Successful Aging - Psychology

Successful Aging

What are the risk factors and the protective factors when it comes to "successful aging" for Frank? For Ellen?

Reflect on how the current situation might impact Frank and Ellen's coping with the psychosocial crisis of Generativity vs. Stagnation, and entering the next stage of Integrity vs. Despair.
Case Study: Frank and Ellen Schaeffer

Frank, age 66, and Ellen, age 64, have declared bankruptcy, and their home is in foreclosure. They have had to move about 60 miles away from their old home, and are new to the community. They are seeking assistance, especially ways to pay for Ellen's prescription drug costs, which amount to approximately $600 per month, above what is covered by Medicare. The drugs are for diabetes management, high blood pressure, and pain management from a degenerating spine. They have managed to find a place to rent within the past month (which is about half of the size of their old home), but it costs about 43% of their fixed income from Social Security and a small

Successful Aging

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Successful Aging

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