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The Cognitive Aspects of the Aging Process, 2005.
Describes the effects that aging can have on the cognitive functions of the brain.
1,924 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 73 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper defines cognition and explains the effects of aging on the brain in relation to memory, attention, metacognition, effects on language and the effects of aging on the executive function and finally cognitive function in very old age.
Introduction
Causes
Overview of Findings in Relation to Cognition and Aging
Cognitive Aging and Working Memory
Long-Term Memory
Environmental Support Indications
Health-Related Cognitive Function Impairment
Changes in Hormonal Levels Associated with Cognitive Decline
Medical Treatments Available
Dietary Changes
Lifestyle Changes
Nutritional Aids in Combating Cognitive Dysfunction
Summary
Conclusion
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"Manifestations of the age-associated cognitive disorder may be in various forms including senility, loss of memory, Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Dementia is inclusive of diseases that involve nerve cell deterioration with loss in two complex behavior areas including language, memory, visual abilities, spatial abilities, and judgment."
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Psychological Aspects of Aging, 2003.
This paper examines how income levels can affect the elderly in America.
3,033 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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A study into the psychological aspects of aging in America. The writer explores the relevant literature to determine what impact income has on the access to adequate healthcare for the elderly in America. The paper provides a discussion of the findings in these various studies. The writer selected this topic because the problems associated with aging will be exacerbated in the coming years, with the aging of the nation.
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"They say that money can?t buy happiness, but it is clear from the research that income levels certainly affect the quality of life for older people in America. Despite the enormous strides made over the last 100 years in developing an unprecedented social security framework, significant disparities remain in the quality of healthcare and living conditions for the vast majority of elderly Americans."
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Developmental Aging through the Cognitive Process, 2005.
A research paper looking at three different ranges of the aging process.
4,390 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 115.95
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This study researches aging from the aspect of cognitive development, which includes all aspect of adult development including theory and research. This work is done from the view of a cognitive cohorts aspect inclusive of case studies, which state that this is from both the male and female perspective. Phases of Development are inclusive of mental, physical and emotional changes experienced by the aging individual. The three ranges covered in respect to developmental cohorts are those of Middle Age range 40-60 years of age, Older Mature Phase 60-80 years of age and Elder Range of ages 80 and beyond.
Table of Contents
Purpose
Introduction
Disease and Aging
Life Span
Molecular/Cellular Changes in Aging
Aging Theories
Accelerated Aging Diseases
Developmental Psychological Aspects of Aging
Developmental Cohorts
Facts of Aging
Cognitive Development
Piaget Theorist: Four States of Human Cognitive Development
Literature Review
Physiological Signs of Aging
Outward Signs of Aging
Adult Developmental Stages
Summary and Conclusion
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"Aging has many different variables and occurs at rates that are different among individuals and among species. Senescence is viewed by gerontologists as a "collection of degenerative entropic processes related only by the fact that the occurrence is over a period of time. One theory is the "Loose Cannon Theory" which proposes that an entropy-producing agent-free radical or glucose disrupts cellular macromolecular constituents over a period of time.""
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Aging and Human Cognition, 2002.
This paper addresses issues that are found in respect to aging and the decline in mental processes.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper addresses issues that are found in respect to aging and the decline in mental processes.
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Information Processing and Cognitive Psychology, 2005.
Ana analysis of internal mental processes.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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The paper discusses the idea behind the saying that 'you learn something new every day'. It looks to the school of psychology of cognitive psychology that examines processes such as problem solving, memory, and language and determines that there is some truth in the saying. The paper examines information processing and determines methods of processing and storing information.
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"Conventional wisdom says that 'you learn something new every day'. There is some truth in that saying. Every day our brains must process new information. Whether the new information is as simple as someone else's car being parked in the same space that we have been using at work, or as complex as scientific theories we are studying at school, our brains record, process, and store a myriad of unique bits of information on an ongoing basis. There are times when even the human brain needs assistance in the processes of cognition and memory. Most people use certain patterns of information process to aid in their own learning. As a college student who also holds down a job and who tries to maintain a personal life, I use several methods of processing information. I will use this paper to address my methods of processing and storing information."
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To Age or Not to Age, 2008.
This paper discusses plastic surgery, the media, and the public.
2,529 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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In this article, the writer notes that those in the media and public eye are constantly scrutinized regarding their looks and their age. Women, more so than men, are expected to appear young and vibrant, and many have turned to plastic surgery to achieve this goal. More and more men in the media, however, are also jumping on the surgery bandwagon to compete with their younger male counterparts entering the industry. The writer discusses that this move toward plastic surgery is a wonderful method of turning back the clock on aging as long as it is a voluntary, informed choice, and not done with trepidation as a desperate act to restore youth. The writer argues that having cosmetic plastic surgery should remain a personal choice and whether one decides to alter, improve, or enhance their appearance should not be a reflection, either positively or negatively on their character, as it should not on the individual who decides to forego the procedure. Although those physically attractive people in the media and in society in general often receive preferential treatment and are perceived by others as more sociable and intelligent, it is not perception that is important, but how one feels about themselves on the inside that really counts. The writer concludes that this is what should lead us regarding any decision we should make about the media, plastic surgery, and our lives in general.
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"One such example of a female broadcaster who has refused to change her appearance is that of Stephanie Edwards, who had hosted the televised versions of the Rose Parade for many years and was the ongoing spokesperson for Lucky's Supermarkets in their broadcast and print advertisements. Her co-host for the yearly parades was a male game show host and media celebrity, Wink Martindale, who is now the spokesperson for Orbitz, a travel agency. While Stephanie's older co-host, Wink, continued to receive his 5-year contracts, Stephanie was given 1-year contracts instead. Additionally, her contract with Lucky's restricted her to radio spots only. Today, Stephanie Edwards is nowhere to be seen in television media, however, as stated Wink, looking as if he has had some "work" done himself, is successfully doing television commercials for Orbitz."
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A Personal Journey: Aging, 2008.
A personal reflection of the positive and negative aspects of the writer's own aging process.
1,237 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper presents a personal reflection on the aging process - particularly of being a woman, especially a forty-eight-year-old woman in America today. It begins by listing the positive and negative aspects of aging and then provides a personal reflection on the process. The paper describes the impact of Christianity in the writer's acceptance of her own aging.
Table of Contents:
Good Things About Aging
Bad Things About Aging
Reflections On My Personal Aging Process
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"One of the reasons I think that I have been able to tolerate aging so well, psychologically, somewhat in contrast to other members of my culture, is because of my strong Christian faith. Christianity tends to focus on spiritual refreshment and renewal from within, rather than seeking solutions from without. I have always had an awareness that 'the body dies, eventually' but the soul is eternal. In God's eyes, I have always believed, we are all young when compared with the age of the earth and eternity, and also, somehow, all old because death comes very soon on the mortal plane, while from the perspective of the divine, what is really important and lasting is attached to the soul. What is most important to me is what I am learning on earth, here, not what I look like in terms of my body. That is why when I see young people making the same mistakes I made when I was in my teens, twenties, and thirties, and know I won't have to make those mistakes again, the feeling is relief, as well as a sense of pride in my strong sense of self and the personal and financial independence I have gained that I did not have when I was younger. I have also lost many of the hang-ups I did have when I was younger, because I know that according to my culture, now I will never be 'the ideal,' in terms of beauty, so I can accept my appearance and even see that for younger women, the dominant beauty standard is highly unrealistic."
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21st Century Perspectives on Ageing, 2007.
An analysis of all aspects of the ageing process in the 21st century and suggestions of how to age well.
28,199 words (approx. 112.8 pages), 100 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper provides an overview of the definitions, conditions and various physical, as well as psychological, social and cultural aspects of ageing in the 21st Century. The paper focuses not only on the psychological aspects of ageing but is more holistic in its approach and views the interrelationship between physical and biological ageing and social and demographic aspects in the contemporary world. The paper concludes by providing an outline and suggestions related to the various components of ageing well.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Brief Literature Overview
Methodology
Section One. Components Of Aging
What Is Ageing: Definitions Of Senescence, Views And Demographics
Defining Ageing: The Relationship Between Individual And Social Ageing
Demographics
How And Why We Age
Causative Facets And Theories In Senescence Or Ageing
Evolutionary Theories And Longevity
Cellular Senescence
Ageing And Chemical Damage
Contemporary Theoretical Stances
The Biological Aspects Of Ageing
The Effects Of Biological Ageing On The Body
Memory And Cognitive Decline
Major Health Concerns Of The Aged.
Dementia And Alzheimer's Disease
Arthritis
Cancer
COPD And Asthma
Coronary Heart Disease
Diabetes And Osteoporosis
HTN And Stroke
Thyroid Problems
Glaucoma
Gender Specific Health Issues
Women's Health Problems
Menopause
Uterine Problems
Male Health Issues
Mental Problems
Section Two. The Social Components Of Ageing
Social Aspects
The Social Needs Of The Elderly
The Importance Of Family
Care Of The Elderly
Living Arrangements
Informal Caregiving
Section Three: Components Of Aging Well
Introduction
Physical Components Of Ageing Well
Nutrition
Avoiding Alcohol And Smoking
Exercises For The Elderly
Intellectual Activities And Attitude
Volunteerism And Personal Development
Anti-Ageing Medicine And Lifestyle
Social Aspects Of Ageing Well
The Importance Of Family And Home Care
Religion And Faith As Factors In Ageing Well
Religion And Social Support
Conclusion
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"Furthermore, the family is the social institution that "continues to provide most care and supportive services to their older members." (Informal Caregiving) Family structures in society are estimated to account for about 80 percent of all elderly care in industrialized societies. (Informal Caregiving) This form of care can include short term care after illness or surgery as well as long term assistance when an elderly person is disabled or ill for long periods of time. The type of essential care that family members provide includes "...direct services (grocery shopping, transportation to doctors), the purchase of services (housecleaning, nursing services) and the management of services (coordinating and overseeing medical/rehabilitative care) as well as emotional and social support." (Informal Caregiving)"
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Effects of Aging, 2005.
This paper studies the physical and mental aspects of aging.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper looks at the physical and mental aspects of aging, exploring how people regard old age. This includes how old people feel about being old, what they regret most about old age, what they feel about young people and old age as a state of mind.
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"While aging takes its toll on the body and there are many effects of aging which we simply cannot escape from, there are also many misconceptions held about aging especially by younger people. For instance, many people believe that when you grow old, there is no potential for growth, learning and being actively engaged in life. While this is true of some people, it is not true for the majority of the elderly who live happy productive lives."
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Social Cognitive Theory on Personality, 2007.
An analysis of the different cognitive factors that affect personality.
2,497 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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This paper discusses the study of social cognitive theory and personality. It describes the different cognitive factors that affect personality beginning with children and continuing into old age. The paper analyzes the processing of social and emotional information, whether it is looking at people's faces, their nonverbal communication or the way people gain and access information about others.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Social Cognitive Theory in Relation to Personality
Social Cognitive Theories in Relationship to Personalities
Looking at Children's Cognitive Knowledge and Personalities
The Effects of Age on Social Cognition
Social Cognition Theories on Social Cognitive Processes
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"The social-cognitive knowledge an individual has is used in different ways and often this cognitive knowledge is used to decide if a person wants to associate with someone based on the type of personality the person has and the knowledge of this type of personality schema that is stored in the individual's mind. Social-cognitive psychologists believe that simple things such as posture, faces, attitudes, or motor behavior of an individual can conflict with the cognitive knowledge of an individual and make them not like another person who has similar features. "A second property of knowledge that may be important in this inference process of judging whether an attitude is an informative guide to behavior is the complexity of the knowledge underlying the attitude" (Fabrigar, Smith, Petty, and Crites 2006, 556). Both children and adults use cognitive knowledge and experience to decide whether a person is worthy of trust or if they do not like a person based on the individual's personality."
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Active and Healthy Aging, 2003.
The paper looks at the phenomenon of the elderly being healthier and living longer than preceding generations.
2,448 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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The paper examines the biological, social and psychological aspects of successful aging. It also discusses what is involved in achieving productive aging. The paper looks at the impact on society of aging populations and shows how government programs and social policies must make the necessary changes.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Definitions
Different Aspects of Aging
Why Active Aging?
How to Achieve Active Aging?
Conclusion
Reference
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"According to the World Health Organization, ?Active aging is the process of optimizing opportunities for health, participation and security in order to enhance quality of life as people age. The word ?active? refers to ?continuing participation in social, economic, cultural, spiritual and civic affairs, not just the ability to be physically active or to participate in the labour force. Older people who retire from work and those who are ill or live with disabilities can remain active contributors to their families, peers, communities and nations? (World Health Organization, 2002)."
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Ethical Issues in Ageing, 2004.
An analysis of three aspects of aging - feeding tubes, euthanasia and the over-powerful nursing home management.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper looks at three aspects of aging: the use of feeding tubes; euthanasia/physician assisted suicide; and the dangers to the elderly by powerful nursing home executives. It describes the characteristics of patients and nursing homes relative to feeding tube use. It then describes experiences with euthanasia and physician assisted suicide in the Netherlands; and then describes what can happen to the elderly who have no one to stand up for them against unfair nursing home practices.
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"This paper by Curtin discusses a case study of unethical treatment of an elderly woman living in a retirement community. The woman and her husband both were married for years were very close and financially well-off. They were living in the facility when the..."
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Cognitive Therapy, 2004.
This paper examines the process of cognitive therapy.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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In this paper, the writer discusses the process of learning as a global one. The writer discusses that cognitive therapy or behavioral therapy has often been used as a treatment method for various mental disabilities. The writer maintains that the process of cognitive therapy also has universal or global potential in treating psychopathology. The writer continues that this could be the case - although certain individuals - and certain pathologies - are more amenable to such treatment than are others.
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"Cognitive therapy also called cognitive behavioral therapy has proven to be a highly effective method of treatment for a number of different mental disabilities. Cognitive therapy incorporates one of the core models of psychology classical conditioning and learning with the more recently developed concept of cognitive distortion to help individuals change the way in which they interpret the world around them. This paper examines the model of cognitive therapy looking in particular at the function of interpretation in the process of cognitive therapy. Cognitive therapy is based on the ... "
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Intelligence and Cognitive Tests, 2001.
Evaluation of the Raven's Test, The Mental Alertness Test and the Cognitive Process Profile.
3,321 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 10 sources, $ 94.95
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The essay evaluates three different intelligence or cognitive tests, namely Raven?s test, the Mental Alertness test (HSRC) and the Cognitive Process Profile. These tests are used in both academic and workplace settings and are mainly critiqued in this essay according to their manual information, norm groups, reliability, purpose, and item content.
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?Intelligence tests are being used increasingly to assist individuals in educational planning, and in making decisions about aspects of their own lives? (Anastasi & Urbina, 1997). Raven?s tests have been described as ?tests of observation and clear thinking?( Raven et al., 1998, p.657). The Mental Alertness test is to provide measures of general intelligence, arithmetical ability and certain language abilities (Lombard, 1975). A strength of the Cognitive Process Profile is that it measures learning potential and involves a teach-test-teach approach (CPP Manual, 2000).?
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The Impact of Cognitive Function on Hearing Impairment, 2008.
This paper provides a critique of the research paper "Does Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Hearing Impairment Improve by Hearing Aid Use?" by van Hooren et al.
1,773 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the main hypothesis of the study, "Does Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Hearing Impairment Improve by Hearing Aid Use?", can be stated as follows: while hearing aids show significant results in terms of auditory improvement, there is no proof to suggest a related improvement or increase in cognitive ability as a result of the application of a hearing aid. The writer explains that the study refers to cognitive functions such as memory, attention, executive functioning, and processing speed. The writer also explains that it should be noted at the outset that this hypothesis presupposes a connection, albeit based on prior research sources, between hearing or hearing enhancements and cognitive functioning. Thus, this is an aspect that forms part of the critique in this analysis of the paper. The writer points out that it is also suggested that the methodology used to ascertain cognitive correlation is to some extent not adequate in terms of the complexity of determining quantitatively a definite link between hearing aids and improved cognition.
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"The methodology used in this study was comparatively simple and conventionally straight-forward. In essence a relatively small number or participants were used in this study - which is also a point of contention with regard to the results and conclusion of this research. In total there were fifty-six participants (mean age 0/72.5) who were fitted with hearing aids were compared with 46 control participants (mean age 0/74.5) with an equivalent impairment, but who were not fitted with a hearing aid. The study took cognizance of a number of variables and factors that could influence the results of the experiment. These included neurocognitive tests after 12 months. However, it is also possible that these tests in terms of personality and individual psychological components were not sufficient. This aspect is possibly one of the reasons why the study did not return the expected correlation between hearing aids and cognitive improvement."
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