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Problems of Aging Population in America, 2005.
An examination of how an aging population in America affects the social and welfare systems.
2,854 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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Medicare and Social Security stand to be stretched if not fall into jeopardy if there are not some major changes in the policies that secure these parts of the American culture. The important thing is not to state the problems but come to some workable solutions. The problem is that many of the possible solutions could have unforeseen problems of their own that we won't be aware of for years to come. This paper explains some of these problems and solutions and gives suggestions to what might happen in the next 30 years following the trend of aging in America and its lasting economic effects.
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"United States is among many developed or industrialized countries that are facing a new economic challenge as the demographics of population shift. What has happened in the recent years is a trend that will continue and grow into the next few decades; there has been a growth in industrialized nations' elderly populations due to declining fertility rates and a rise in life expectancy. These growth trends are manifested in a slow growing population and labor force and an increase in the ratio between the elderly and those still working age. (Greenspan) In fact, in 2000 there were 35 million Americans or 12.4% of the population over the age of 65 years, and 4.5 million or 1.6% over 85 years old. By the year 2030 it is projected that the number of US citizens over 65 will more than double and those over 85 will be up to 9 million. (Brookings) Life expectancy in US increases and the retirement age seems to diminish, as some opt to quit working at 62 instead of 65, (with less benefits) and the aging US population is looking at 20 more years of living, consuming and sometimes needing regular expensive healthcare services after the more preferred retirement age. We in America have only just hit the tip of the iceberg with this issue as the baby boomers will not start hitting 62 until 2008. In the 30 years, following 2008 the number of 62 year olds will increase from 40 million, now, to 80 million, while the working force will only grow 12% compared to the boomers' double. (NBER)"
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Problems of Aging, 2004.
Discusses the problems faced by caregivers when caring for the aging population.
1,078 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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The advancements in medical facilities have considerably increased life expectancy of Americans and, consequently, there is a surge in the aged population. Caring for the increasing ?aging population? has become an important issue in the health care field. This paper discusses some of the important aspects of caring for the old and the effects on the caregivers in a detailed manner. There are a lot of practical problems associated with old age caring. The paper discusses the financial burden, health impact, and time constraints on the caregiver.
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Introduction
Aging and Society's Outlook
Emotional Stress in Caregiving
Caregiving, Employment and Financial Aspects
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Another aspect that is attendant with the caregiving is the time and attention that the task demands. A survey conducted revealed that around 7% of informal caregivers had to quit their jobs, being unable to divide their time between caregiving and work. Even if they continue in their present jobs there is an observed fall in their productivity because of their constant preoccupation with the caring task. ?The aggregate costs of caregiving to US businesses in lost productivity are at least $11.4 billion per year,? [Salvatore J. Giorgianni]. About two out of five caregivers responded that the number of hours that they worked has been greatly reduced. About 40% of the caregivers had to take unpaid leave of absence of around 17 days a year, which reflects as 8% of their yearly work time. [Marc A. Cohen] In many cases, looking after seriously disabled and chronically ill elders would necessitate fulltime care. Quitting jobs added to the already mounting financial burden."
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Aging Population in Canada, 2002.
An examination of the effects of the aging population in Canada.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the aging of Canada's population and its potential consequences. Many consider the aging of the 'baby boom' generation to be a crisis. Other demographers suggest it will have positive consequences.
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Caring for an Aging Population, 2005.
An examination of health care availability for the elderly.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper addresses a single issue in the matter of health care policy related to the elderly and the aging population. Specifically, the paper seeks to examine current policy issues and decisions surrounding health insurance coverage of the elderly. Often individuals who are in need of greater care but do not always have the financial resources to afford sufficient health care coverage.
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"One of the most important health-related issues facing the elderly population, both for the elderly themselves as well as policy-makers, is providing adequate and acceptable health care to a population that is rapidly aging. Healthier lifestyles and new medications have individuals living longer than ever before. In the United States, for example, the population boom following World War II has resulted in a contemporary generation that is moving into old age and will soon put a significant strain on a health care system that is admittedly not up to the task of providing for all the health care needs of the elderly. The purpose of this paper is to highlight some of the major issues associated with health care of the elderly and some policies that could be implemented in order to address the existing problems."
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The Aging Population, 2007.
This paper discusses the current concerns of elderly people, including identity theft, health care, affordable utilities and pensions.
1,759 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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The paper examines how the American Association of Retired People (AARP) has made some definite inroads on improving the benefits, rights and privileges for the senior community. The paper highlights the flaws in the White House proposal to scrap traditional Social Security in favor of personal retirement accounts. The paper demonstrates how aging relatives are treated like burdens by many Americans. The paper compares the US and the UK that both have a blossoming elderly population from the baby boomer generation. The paper discusses how, in general, Europe and North America are leaning increasingly toward privatization. The paper explains that implications include a disenfranchised future elderly population and the inability of many citizens to afford health care services.
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"Unfortunately, however, the AARP fights an uphill battle to win back benefits, rights and privileges for the senior community and for all Americans. In particular, the AARP draws attention to H.R. 3997, a bill that would severely curtail consumer privacy by allowing only victims of identity theft to take proactive measures. Consumers would continue have restricted access or no access at all to their own information, even though powerful marketing firms have the opportunity to peruse consumers' personal data. All citizens should oppose HR 3997. Seniors, however, may be particularly at risk for identity theft because of the rapid developments in technology."
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The Aging Population, 2002.
An overview of options of long term-care for the elderly including medical insurance.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper looks at long-term care of the elderly in its many forms, but mainly in nursing homes. This paper will also highlight insurance coverages for long-term care and what Americans can expect from Medicare and Medicaid now and in the future.
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Population Problems in Bangladesh, 2002.
Examines population problems and control measures In the Third World, focusing on the case of Bangladesh.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 11 sources, $ 89.95
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An examination of the population problems that Bangladesh experiences not only reveals that they are deeply rooted, but also that a number of important obstacles stand in the way of achieving a meaningful and lasting solution. More importantly, some of these obstacles relate to fundamental characteristics of the country itself which are slow to change, while others relate to Bangladesh's lowly status within the international heirarchy or the country's geographic characteristics. In total, this leads one to suggest that the country is just simply not capable of controlling its population problem on its own and, perhaps more importantly, that a substantial amount of assistance from First World countries is required if change is to be expected within this particular Third World country.
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China's Population Problems, 2005.
This paper discusses several of China's problems brought about by its drastic increase in population in the last 300 years and its attempt to control this growth.
3,020 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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This paper explains that one of the biggest problems resulting from China's huge population is a shortage of food and water, which is blamed partly on the country's geography--only one-tenth of the land--most of it a 1,000 mile-wide strip along the eastern and southern coasts--is cultivable--and water scarcity from an extensive diversion of irrigation water to non-farm uses. The author points out that indoor air pollution, mainly from coal and other organic fuels used for cooking, acid rain, water pollution, extensive air pollutant, an acute housing shortage, destruction of forest resources and inadequate sanitation are problems, which are created and acerbated by China's overpopulation. The paper questions the ethicacy of China's attempt to control its problems by state advocated birth control, which includes an infamous one-child policy in which women with two or more children, but not men, still almost always are sterilized.
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"In contrast, city families live in small apartments above the stores or behind workshops. These people have the same kinds of stoves as rural families, and many older buildings have electricity and plumbing. However, most families who live in these buildings must share sinks, washbasins, and toilets with many others. Finally, many boatmen, fishermen, and dockworkers live on boats. Every harbor and riverfront in China is jammed with barges and other small craft that serve as homes for entire families. Also, China's forest resources are rapidly dwindling due to over-exploitation of land resources, which is a direct result of overpopulation. The situation will surely worsen if this trend is not reversed, and the ultimate result will be a decline of basic living conditions in these areas."
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The Aging of America, 2002.
This paper examines and analyzes aging in America.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 80.95
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This paper examines and analyzes aging in America in terms of whether it is a blessing or a burden.
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Aging in America, 2002.
This paper discusses that as the baby-boomer generation rapidly advances in age, Americans will have to rethink their attitudes towards aging.
1,365 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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This paper explains that, in a rapidly aging society, the American bias towards youth will have to be replaced by an added level of respect for the elderly. This paper reviews the theory of Erik Erikson on his life journey through many stages. This author stresses issues of family, spirituality and economic well-being and urges that American families begin to include the aged within their household as is the practice in most of the world.
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"In other more inclusive cultures, it is well understood that life?s journey is circular in motion. Issues that have been dealt with in the past continually re-emerge, and the most important issue of all is that of relationships. Because human beings are above all social animals, the society one depends on is by far the most important aspect of aging. This concept is well understood in Asia and in South America, but apparently, it is not as paramount in the United States."
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Aging in America, 2005.
This paper discusses the American cultural bias that favors youth and denigrates aging.
955 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains that, in America, old age is not generally perceived as a proud accomplishment; the accumulated wisdom of older people is not respected but more often dismissed as being out of touch with modern ideas. The author points out that society euphemistically labels a retiree as a "senior citizen", but this seniority differs from that of a younger worker's honored position; it heralds a time of diminished income and productivity rather than progress. The paper emphasizes that, in defending the right to die with dignity, death is not the worst that can happen in this life, but rather life without dignity or sensitivity is the greatest threat society faces.
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"We are embarrassed by the idea of the elderly being sexy or provocative. Many react with amusement or disapproval when the elderly are open about being sexually active; the elderly man who retains his sexual interest earns the label of "dirty old man." We never hear about dirty young men because they are granted tacit social approval to be sexual. Elderly women are generally seen to have even less sexual appeal than elderly men."
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The Little Ice Age in North America, 2006.
This paper examines the impact of the Little Ice Age on North America.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper explores the last repercussions of the Little Ice Age on North America. Although this geological event took place many millennia ago, its impact is still felt by the amount of water available in certain regions and the quality of soil for agricultural use. The author contents that radical environmental changes have major repercussions for humans.
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"Quiet Odyssey: A Pioneer Korean Woman in America" and "Coming of Age in Mississippi", 2002.
A literary comparison between "Quiet Odyssey: A Pioneer Korean Woman in America" by Mary Paik Lee and "Coming of Age in Mississippi" by Anne Moody.
1,358 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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The paper is a discussion and analysis of the two novels "Quiet Odyssey: A Pioneer Korean Woman in America" by Mary Paik Lee and "Coming of Age in Mississippi," by Anne Moody. Specifically, the paper compares and contrasts the hardships that Mary and Anne had to overcome. The paper looks at how their struggles were similar and different. These two women at first seem quite divergent from each other in experience and culture, but after reading these two books, it is clear these women have much in common, from their experience of prejudice and hate, to their ability to create meaningful lives for themselves while sharing their experiences with others.
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"At first glance, Asian Mary Paik Lee and Black Anne Moody could not be more different. One was an Asian immigrant who came to the country in 1905; and the other was a poor black living in the South at the height of the Civil Rights movement. Certainly, these two very different women, from far dissimilar backgrounds and generations, could have nothing in common. Yet, as the reader delves into their stories, they discover these two women have far more in common that first envisioned."
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Aging Work Force in America, 2005.
Discusses the impact of an aging work force on the American economy, focusing on federal government employees.
3,854 words (approx. 15.4 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 105.95
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The work force in America is rapidly aging. This rapidly aging work force creates challengers for organizations that must manage an aging work force. This paper explores the challenges of managing an aging work force within any given organization. It focuses on the fact that many older Baby Boomers are retiring, while others are choosing to work well passed the retirement age. Managers must devise ways to manage such a work force. Employers must understand the challenges that may arise, as an aging work force becomes part of the fabric of the organization. If employers do not attempt to understand and implement solutions for managing an aging work force, their organizations will suffer greatly. The paper begins by explaining why the aging work force is such an issue in the current work force.
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"The organization that we will focus on during the course of this discussion is the federal government. Many employed by the federal government will either reach retirement age or be eligible for retirement. These retirements will create a huge disparity within the federal government and will bring into question how an aging workforce should be managed. As we all know, changes in technology and communications have created varying skill sets amongst the generations. For instance, many baby boomers came into the workforce when mainframe computers were the newest technology. On the other hand, today?s generation is configuring wireless networks that can be accessed anywhere at any time. On the other hand, the aging segment of the workforce also has valuable work experience that cannot easily be replaced. They also possess managerial and leadership skills that the younger generation has not yet acquired. For this reason, many employers both federal and private have been attempting to keep and recruit retired persons or those close to retirement."
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Population Control in Post-War America, 2007.
An analysis of contraception and population control in post-war America 1945-1960.
1,421 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses the role of contraception after World War II with exclusive reference to the United States. It discusses America's position on domestic population control (quantitative, as opposed to qualitative) during this time, then contrasts these attitudes with America's views on international population control - particularly within developing nations.
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"Contraception in the years following the war was a precarious and controversial issue. Everywhere, society seemed to be celebrating and encouraging procreation, with the media constantly including images of glowing domesticity in publications directed at women. Marriage and motherhood were deemed not only appropriate courses for the nation's generation of young women, but were deemed honourable and praiseworthy as well. The economic prosperity that had befallen the nation following their victory in war allowed young families to have more children, and 'the home' soon became the locus of attention, where all the family's money was poured. Contraception was scarcely discussed during these times, since society was so clearly pro-natalist. "
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