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"For the past two decades, social gerontologists in North America have recognized important ethnic variations in the experience of aging . ... have described the conceptual dilemma underlying the interpretation of ethnic variation as the problem of "sameness" and "difference." Anthropologists have illustrated the variability of the experience of aging according to cultural context. Others have argued that old age, a "universal human challenge, brings with it similar problems and perceptions regardless of variations in social context".

The history of academic interest in ethnicity and aging was instigated not so much by the revelations of anthropology, but ... "

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"This report is a study on the effects of senile dementia, also known as Alzheimer's disease, often abbreviated SDAT for Senile Dementia of the Alzheimer Type. Once divided into two different diagnoses, today Alzheimer's disease and senile dementia are regarded as one disease. While there is much information today on the scientific and medical aspects of Alzheimer's disease, information about how it affects not only the victim, but also others concerned is just now beginning to become available.

Alzheimer's, the "slow death of the mind," is one of the cruelest diseases because it kills its victims twice. First, the mind dies, taking with it the personality and all that was the ... "

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"Introduction
The purpose of this paper is to examine the literature on depression and suicide in elderly populations. To this end, the review defines depression and discusses contributive factors that can lead to suicide. Incidence rates are reported and treatment interventions are discussed.


Depression and Suicide in Elderly Populations
Dworetzky (1985) defines depression as:
A feeling of sadness and sometimes total apathy. Guilt or inability to cope with problems, frustrations, or conflict is often behind depression. It may be influenced by chemical imbalances in the brain as well. (p.470)


In DSM III (1980), the American Psychiatric Association..."

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"As America's population grows older, more and more attention is going to be paid to the aging process. Issues such as prolonging life, quality of life, living wills, forced retirement, and suicide are now being confronted and debated in relation to how best to age in today's world. In addition, the search for the "fountain of youth" will keep research laboratories, psychics and other fringe elements working at a frenzied pace to be the first to bottle the magic potion. Authors and physicians James F. Fries and Lawrence M. Crapo in Vitality and Aging tackle the subject of aging in a new and different approach, presenting not only conclusive evidence of man's fixed life span but visions of a future society built around the "rectangular curve" of aging and dying. The purpose of this paper will be to review Fries' and Crapo's book..."

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"This paper will be concerned with discrimination in the workplace. Work discrimination can take the form of sexism, racism, ageism, or prejudice against gays. The threat of AIDS has caused an increase in anti-gay discrimination in recent years. Nevertheless, progress has also been made toward the elimination of job discrimination in all its forms.

Sexism is one of the most visible forms of discrimination in the workplace. many organizations are aware of this fact and thus try to seek solutions to the problem. Unfortunately, these efforts are often less than successful. For example, although the financial firms on Wall Street have established a recent campaign to "curb office sexism," the professional women who work in that environment must face "subtle discrimination" every day (Cohen, Power & Siconolfi, 1991, p. Al). In this regard, the ..."

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"One of the ironies of growing older is that just as one begins to acquire wisdom, senility may also be setting in. Most experts seem to agree that many of us will experience noticeable mental decline by age 65. After age 50 some important areas of the brain lose considerable numbers of neurons (Selkoe, 1992). But it is not clear how such alterations in size and density relate to mental function, or whether these or other organic shifts influence the rate of cognitive decline. However, by the age of 65-74, 3% of the population have some cognitive impairment and by 85, nearly half may be demented (Hachinski, 1992).

Some of the more specific , non-disease, changes in the brain have been studied and summarized by Selkoe (1992). He states that structural and chemical modifications that typify the aging brain become apparent in late middle life, in the 50s and ..."

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"The process of aging brings with it a variety of physical, emotional, psychological, and social changes with which the individual must cope. There are a number of social, health, and other types of public centers in operation to assist the elderly with their problems, but it is difficult to get people to come to these centers and avail themselves of the services offered. A number of factors can be cited to explain why this is so, from bouts of depression to the inability of certain people to care for themselves because of Alzheimer's or other physical or mental problems.

The aging process for many includes physical or mental deterioration which can place considerable strain on the life partner, who now has to contend not only with his or her own diminished function because of aging but also must take on a new role ..."

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"INTRODUCTION
The aging process for many includes physical or mental deterioration which can place considerable strain on both the individual and his or her life partner, who now has to contend not only with his or her own diminished function because of aging but also must take on a new role as caretaker. The result for the caretaker-partner is increased tension and stress at a time of life when stress should be reduced, and this stress can itself contribute to the physical and psychological problems of the elderly leading to impaired function, increased deterioration, and even suicide. How well an individual does in his or her new role as the partner deteriorates will depend on that individual's own reserve of inner strength and what sorts of external support they receive from family and community."

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"Alcohol Use Among the Elderly: An Outline of the Report
A. Introduction
Discussion includes delineation of numbers of older persons in American society, health care costs, the psychosocial problems faced by the elderly population. Also, this section states the purpose of the paper and general approach as being that of a review of literature to examine the implications for the community health nursing approach to the problem of elderly alcohol abuse.


B. Objectives
Purpose of the paper is defined as an effort to attain the objectives of: delineating scope of the problem; delineating..."

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"Medicare and Equity in Health Care
Medicare was enacted in 1965 as a uniform health care services financing program for individuals eligible for federal benefits under the social security program (Cockerham, 1992, p. 253). All persons, regardless of financial situation, are eligible for participation in the Medicare program at age 65. Certain other persons afflicted by specified medical problems and disabilities are eligible for participation in Medicare regardless of age or financial condition. This research will focus on the primary objective of Medicare, which is the financing of health care services for elderly persons.


It is important to understand that the Medicare program does not provide any health care services. Rather, the program provides funding for such services. Funding is through two separate..."

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"Physical Exercise and the Elderly
This research examines nursing information related to the importance of physical exercise for persons aged 65 years old and older. The target group among the population of persons 65 years old and older is comprised of ambulatory persons residing on an independent basis. The target group is further defined as predominantly middle-class with convenient access to retail shopping within an urban area with a total population approximating 40,000. Most people included in the target group are concerned about their own personal health, and desire to live life to the fullest. Members of the target group are able to join organized fitness programs.


A YMCA located in the urban area that is home to the target group offers physical fitness facilities and programs for elderly persons. "

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"Alzheimer's Disease/Senile Dementia of the Alzheimer Type:
The Role of Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors


As the United States' population grows older, the chronic degenerative diseases of the elderly have become increasingly important. One condition that has received considerable attention is Alzheimer's disease, otherwise known as Senile Dementia of the Alzheimer Type (AD/SDAT). In recent years, researchers have begun to begun to elucidate the biochemical and physiological mechanisms which characterize this disorder. Moreover, despite the brain's inherent complexity and inaccessibility, several promising therapeutic modalities have emerged. Of these different agents, perhaps the acetylcholinesterase inhibitors exhibit the most potential. At the turn of the century, the average life expectancy in..."

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"The various pathophysiologic processes associated with normal aging were once considered both inevitable and irreversible. More recently, research has shown that declines in lean body mass, bone mineral density, and muscle strength may be associated with related decreases in certain steroidal hormones. Hence, many believe that testosterone and growth hormone replacement therapy, in conjunction with weight-training, may delay or even reverse age-related atrophic changes. However, while exercise does confer many health benefits upon the elderly, the advantages of hormone administration remain in doubt."

Abstract
Discussion of the DSM IV diagnosis of the disease. Information needed to complete the five axis diagnosis. Uses a fictional client as an example of how to form an accurate diagnosis. Criteria needed including memory impairment, cognitive impairments, gradual onset, elimination of other conditions that could this this specific dementia. Intervention plan.

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"DSM IV Diagnosis : Alzheimer's Disease
DSM IV Criteria
Axis I 290.10 Dementia of the Alzheimer's Type, With
Early Onset, Uncomplicated
Axis II V71.09 No diagnosis
Axis III Alzheimer's disease
Axis IV None
Axis V GAF = 31 (current)
The above five axis diagnosis is preliminary only since some of the necessary information is unavailable at this time. Axis I, Dementia of the Alzheimer's Type, is substantiated by the following criteria: (A) memory impairment, failure to identify objects (agnosia), and disturbance in executive functioning; (B) the cognitive impairments cause significant impairment in..."

Abstract
Examines consequences on American society of older workers. Discrimination. Aging of baby boomers; retirement and ramifications for the economy. Benefits of hiring & retaining older workers. Compensation/ benefits packages. Lack of available younger workers. Effect on global eonomy of an older workforce. Challenges for employers. African American older workers.

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"Introduction
The baby boomers are perhaps the most studied generation in the history of the United States. This first post-World War II generation, larger than any generation before it, has shaped America's attitudes toward clothing, war, race relations, music and family with greater influence than any other group. Some of its members fought the Viet Nam War at the same time that others protested the same war. This is the generation that gave rise to the terms "hippie," "yuppie," and "dink."

This generation has also benefited from a panoply of programs, government-sponsored and private, including Head Start for its children, Medicare for its parents, and 401(k) funds offered through employers. It is a generation generally considered better off than its parents, and as it has moved through life's stages, it has changed the nation at ..."