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Core Concepts in Health Brief, 9/e

Paul M. Insel, Stanford University, School of Medicine
Walton T. Roth, Stanford University, School of Medicine

The Challenge of Aging

Learning Objectives

After studying the chapter, you should be able to

1

List strategies for healthful aging

2

Explain the physical, social, and mental changes that may accompany aging, and discuss how people can best confront these changes

3

Describe practical considerations of older adults, including housing, finances, health care, and transportation

4

Understand personal considerations in preparing for death, including making a will, assessing choices for end-of-life care, and making arrangements for a funeral or memorial service

5

Describe the experience of living with a life threatening illness, and list ways to support a person who is dying

6

Explain the grieving process and how support can be offered to adults and children who have experienced a loss

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