Ch 3- Env, psych, socio theories and integrated model
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sheppardl on February 18, 2010
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Environmental Theories | also can be called stochastic or non-genetic theories |
| Aging | caused by accumulation of insults from the environment |
| Environmental toxins include | ultra-violet, cross-linking agents (unsaturated fats), toxic chemicals (metal ions, Mg, Zn), radiation and viruses; and can result in errors in protein synthesis and in DNA synthesis/genetic sequences, cross-linkage of molecules, mutations. |
| Psychological Theories: Stess Theory | homeostatic imbalances result in changes in structural and chemical composition |
| General Adaptation Syndrome (Selye) | initial alarm reaction, progressing to stage of resistance, progressing to the stage of exhaustion; linked to hormonal theory |
| Erikson's bipolar theory of lifespan development: stages of later adulthood | Integrity: individual exhibits full unification of personality; life is viewed with satisfaction, optimisim, and growth. Despair: lack of ego integration; feelings of regret and disappointment and fear of death |
| Sociological theories | life experiences/lifestyle influences aging process |
| activity theory | older people that are socially active show improved adjustment to the aging process and role enactment is essential for a positive self image and satisfaction |
| disengagement theory | older adult is distance from society; reduction in social roles leads to further isolation and life dissatisfaction |
| dependency | increasing reliance on others for meeting physical and emotion needs; focus is on self |
| Ingrated model of aging | aging is complex, multifactorial and not one single theory about aging can adequately explain it. |
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