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Aging, 2002.
This paper points out the many problems of the aging population.
835 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper states that the United States will be seeing a dramatic increase in the elderly population as the ?baby boomer? generation reaches retirement age. The paper explains that there is no evidence to show that the brain begins to show signs of wear in old age thus resulting in mental illness. The author concludes that the cost of medical care is a major problem for most older people.
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"Not all people age at the same rate. While living 65 years or longer may give a person a greater probability of contracting a debilitating, chronic disease, old age does not cause chronic illness. Living a great number of years just increases the probability of contracting one. It is necessary to distinguish what can be considered normal wear and tear on the body, or the natural result of aging."
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?Number Our Days? by Barbara Myerhoff, 2002.
This paper looks at the book "Number Our Days", a work the writer describes as an example of urban anthropology.
1,023 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 36.95
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The paper discusses the book which was written by a participant-observer of the culture surrounding a Jewish Senior Citizen Center in California. The paper shows that the novel depicts life in the Jewish ghetto for the men and women, most of them in their eighties or nineties.
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"The Center is located near the beach in an urban California area. At one time it was in the heart of a thriving Jewish community, but the neighborhood has changed drastically, particularly in the last ten years before the research for the book was begun. Because of the age and physical condition of the members, as well as the downward trend in the socioeconomic status of the surrounding area, the Center is constantly threatened with extinction. This is one of the reasons that the author was so anxious to do this particular fieldwork."
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Alzheimer?s Disease: Not Just Loss of Memory, 2002.
This paper looks at Alzheimer's disease, discussing the history, symptoms, diagnosis and hopes of a cure for the disorder.
2,055 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This disease produces a full blown dementia in its patients and affects millions of people and their families. The paper looks closely at the disease and the ways in which individuals and the medical establishment are treating it. Finally, the writer looks at the current research that is looking into fighting the debilitating effects of the disease.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Current Research
Conclusion
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"The progression of the disease is classified into three phases: forgetfulness, confusional and dementia. The forgetfulness phase is the first stage and is characterized by a loss of short term memory. Patients in the phase will often have trouble remembering names of well known people and misplace items on a regular basis. This stage also may include behavioral changes. A loss of spontaneity and social withdrawal often occur as the individual begins to be aware that there is something inherently wrong. Speech problems and difficulty with comprehension may also appear. Cleary, it is difficult to distinguish this patient from normal everyday people or people with other disorders."
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The Case Against Medicare Prescription Coverage, 2002.
This paper looks at Medicare from its inception and studies the trouble it faces today.
1,618 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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Medicare was established to provide health insurance to Americans 65 years or older. The paper looks at the way in which it was created and the ways in which it is suffering. The writer uses sources to argue that congressional budget cuts are leaving Medicare with little hope of providing the necessary service to its target population.
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"Health insurance was made more available and more affordable due to governmental tax credits given employers providing this benefit to their employees. While this subsidy increased availability, it also drove up the cost of medical care for everyone. It was at this time that the plight of the elderly, the least able to bear increases in an area that impacted them more than any other group in the society, was brought to the forefront."
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Psychotherapy with Elder Patients, 2002.
Examining the effectiveness of psychotherapy in elderly patients.
1,951 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper presents an examination of psychotherapy with elderly patients in nursing homes. The writer explores the issues of confidentiality, cognitive understanding and the benefits of therapy for the elderly. It asks whether this form of treatment is necessary and effective and if the age of the patients presents a barrier.
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"Advances in medical science now allow people to live longer than ever before. With the longevity however, comes a higher incidence of several things including the need for nursing home care, the need for mental health services and the need for a combination of them both. Nationwide, nursing homes are filled to and beyond capacity, which often translates to understaffing of employees. The elderly population of the United States, particularly those in nursing homes is often overlooked when it comes to mental health issues. Many times symptoms are attributed to the aging process, if they are noticed at all by a harried staff member who takes a cursory sweep through the patient?s inpatient records and compares them to the patient?s present state of mind. The need for psychotherapy in the elderly population has historically been ignored or overlooked. However, recent studies had attention have place a focus on the need for mental health care in the elderly, including those who reside in nursing homes."
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Healthy Lifestyles, 2002.
A discussion of why health, behavior and a good working knowledge of both are essential to our ability to live and be fulfilled.
720 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 25.95
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This paper examines the necessity of balancing work life and striving toward harmony between the body, mind and spirit in order to fulfil our destiny. It evaluates how people from all spectrums of life experience and need to have stimulated: intellectual health, physical health, spiritual health, social health and emotional health, all of which are unifying human factors that bring us all closer together and force us to be who we are. It looks at some of these factors and shows how a healthy lifestyle leads to happiness, longevity and freedom from disease.
From the Paper
"Our lives are, at best, a confusing mess of change, reaction, need, elation, excitement, and every other emotional shift and experience we can imagine. Some lives are relatively stable, others ride rollercoasters so large they make participants in the X-Games seem like they?re jumping rope. There are things, however, that people from both spectrums of life experience and need to have stimulated: intellectual health, physical health, spiritual health, social health, and emotional health. These are unifying human factors that bring us all closer together and force us to be who we are. All of us, regardless of how apathetic, engage in activities that on one level or another satisfy the needs in these arenas."
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The Abuse of the Elderly, 2002.
A paper which takes a look at one of society's ugliest problems, the abuse of the elderly by health care workers.
2,117 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 66.95
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The paper examines the many forms of abuse which take place against the some of the most vulnerable members of society - the elderly. It discusses the issues of neglect, physical and sexual abuse, as well as violation of basic rights such as proper healthcare and nutrition. The paper explores solutions for these types of abuse such as prevention and rest home quality management in the form of risk management/control teams whose jobs it will be to keep track and attempt to prevent all forms of abuse.
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"Another large chunk of abuse cases arise from self-neglect. As stated earlier, as much as 50% of abuse cases are cases of self neglect. There are several tricky issues with this case. For example, if an elder adult is capable of making the decision not to take care of himself/herself, is it really neglect. People have the right to refuse treatments, and pretty much do whatever they want to do in terms of care for their own bodies. How should the staff deal with this? The first step is to report the problem to joint personnel. Documenting the problems, informing family and friends of the problems, etc, can save the hospital from liability. More importantly, perhaps a friend or a family member can talk the elder into taking better care of himself/herself. It also needs to be determined if the person is indeed capable of making such decisions for himself/herself. Again, many people come into play here, like the psychiatric department and the pharmaceutical department, under the heading of the risk management, to determine the general health of the patient, and what can be done."
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Professional and Personal Growth, 2002.
This paper is a descriptive essay discussing the author's professional and personal growth.
2,280 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper discusses the author's decision to return to college in middle age. The essay looks at the brand new start at college, the process of learning and personal, professional and educational goals. The author describes his reasons behinds each decision and how these decisions have affected him.
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"Returning to college was a big decision. There were many challenges ahead. One needed to plan all carefully in the goal-setting paper. Most of all, the struggle throughout the personal search during the program was a big obligation to perform.
Just like someone who decided to make a turn on a drive route, taking a second chance in the education might not be everyone?s choice to make a leap for the future. It applied especially for one who was in the senior age, who had gone through the best and the worst part of life and was supposed to do harvesting from his or her early workforce day."
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Alzheimer?s Disease, 2002.
A study of the relationship between Alzheimer?s disease and congestive heart failure.
1,270 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper examines the major points in understanding the link between Alzheimer?s disease and congestive heart failure. The paper describes the discovery and prognosis of both diseases separately and then illustrates the correlation between the two. It describes the common risk factors of hypertension and dementia.
Table of Contents:
About Alzheimer ?s Disease
About Congestive Heart Failure
Correlation between Alzheimer?s and CHD
Conclusion
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"Alzheimer?s disease progresses at various different rates. The duration of the illness could vary from 3 to 20 years. The areas of the brain that control memory and thinking skills are hindered first, but as the disease gets worse, cell die in other regions of the brain. Eventually, most Alzheimer?s victims will need complete care. Even if an individual has no other serious illness, the loss of brain function on its own will cause death."
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May Swenson's ?Pigeon Woman?, 2002.
This paper presents a critical analysis of the poem ?Pigeon Woman? by May Swenson.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 0 sources, $ 46.95
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The paper begins by summing up the themes of the poem ? old age, it?s perception by others, its difficulties, and an old woman?s need for love and care. The paper analyzes the poem stanza by stanza, discussing the use of strong imagery, symbolism, contrasts, metaphors, alliterations, and internal rhymes; and connects this discussion to the main themes of the poem.
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"The poem entitled, ?Pigeon Woman? by May Swenson is primarily a poem that describes through the use of imagery and illustrates to us readers the effects of old age in the perception of other people, and the ole person as well. Aside from the important theme of old age and trying to defy it, Swenson also tells us of the difficulties that an old- aged woman experiences, how her everyday life seemed to be almost always a routine, how, for a woman of old age, life has been gentle or hard for her. Through the use of strong imagery, symbolism, contrasts, metaphors, alliterations, and internal rhymes, the author of this paper will discuss the themes of old age and coping and living with old age, and the Pigeon Woman?s need for love and care in May Swenson?s poem, ?Pigeon Woman.?"
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Old Age, 2002.
An insight into growing old and how the elderly are perceived.
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper is a compare and contrast analysis of the characteristics and effects of old age on man compared to their younger fellow species. It looks at the differences in physical and psychological states and examines the dread of some at becoming old and the measures people take to try and slow down the condition. It also reviews various pieces of literature on the topic of old age and the elderly.
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"Young people burst with energy and life. Their days are filled with physical activity, games, sports, and mischief. Older adults usually do not exhibit any mischievous traits, which may be an unfortunate side effect of aging. A little bit of playfulness can boost saddened spirits. Both seniors and adolescents seem prone to melancholy and depression; it seems that with regards to mental, emotional, and psychological health, old age and youth have much in common. Likewise, the body seems to basically begin going in reverse after middle age. Teeth and hair fall out and bones shrink."
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Alcohol Abuse in the over 65 Population, 2002.
A discussion of the increase of alcohol abuse in the senior population.
1,815 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, $ 58.95
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This paper discusses the problem of an increase of alcohol abuse among the over 65 segment of the population. The problems in identifying alcohol abuse in this group, as well as the consequences of the abuse are presented. The causes of abuse specific to the elderly population are explored.
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"Substance abuse, especially that of alcohol and prescription drugs, is increasingly growing into a serious problem among the population segment of 65 plus citizens. What is of grave concern is the fact that this particular segment of the population is the fastest growing. Census estimates predict that 1994's older adult population of 33 million will more than double to 80 million by 2050. Also consider the fact that several studies have found a clear relationship between early alcohol habits and the development of alcohol abuse later in life. Given that the use of alcohol has been more widespread since the 1960s, it is likely that the future will see a far larger incidence of alcohol abuse among the elderly with the ageing of the baby boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964)."
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