![]() ![]() Aging is a process that can be frustrating given the experiences and hurdles that it presents to different people. Literature Reviewīefore engaging in a review of literature, it is important to note that empirical studies linking activity theory with aging falls in a broad sphere of disciplines including both social and biological sciences. The next section of this paper provides a review of literature including empirical findings to support the rationale of this theory for practical gerontology. ![]() ![]() Havinghurst and Albrecht (1953) were the first to stress the importance of social role in positive adjustment to old age and became the founding fathers of activity theory. Therefore, activity in late years is very important to boost one’s health as well as to restore one’s strength and sense of belonging.Īctivity theory rests on this proposition and carries the idea that the aging adult will only remain psychologically fit if they remain active since one’s self-concept is affirmed through various roles. Yet, successful aging requires participation in various forms of activity to maintain an active lifestyle. Nurses identify and modify factors that contribute to disharmony among these elements.All these experiences influence their behavior, social interactions, and social participation resulting into a dormant lifestyle hence can negatively affect life satisfaction. Theory of Thriving - Failure to thrive results from a discord between the individual and his or her environment or Or reduce the impact of negative factors, nurses can promote positive functional consequences. Through interventions that promote wellness and alleviate TheĬonsequences of age-related changes and risk factors can result in either positive or negative functionalĬonsequences (i., wellness outcomes) for older adults. Wellness by addressing individuals holistically, recognizing the interconnection of body, mind, and spirit. Nursing theories of Aging –įunctional Consequences Theory - integrates theories from aging and holistic nursing. Material possessions and desire to achieve more significance and connection to others at eh end of their life.ĭisovering the hidden self, a full expression of who you are and inner looking. That aging people are less concerned with their physical bodies and Gerotranscendence – Recent theory suggesting that aging entails a transition from rational, materialistic metaperspective toĪ more cosmic and transcendent vision. Society, and difficulty with later tasks. Failure leads to unhappiness, disapproval by SuccessfulĪchievement leads to happiness, growth, and success with later tasks. Including the conceptualization of "young", "Middle aged" and "old" Psychological Theories of Aging – Developmental Tasks - An activity or event that arises at a certain period in the life of an individual. This theory is less relevant today than it was when it was first proposed in the 1960s Age Stratification Theory - Social aging can be best understood by considering the individual as a member of an age group, with similarities to others in the group. A response to rejection/negativity by society. ![]() Subculture Theory – Views older adults as their own “sub culture”, with their own interests, norms, beliefs, habits and issues that separate them from the rest of society. Continuity Theory - An individual tends to develop and maintain a consistent pattern of behavior, substituting one role for a similar one as the person matures Successful aging is associated with one's ability to maintain and continue previous behavior and roles, or to find suitable replacements. Activity Theory - focus is on the individual's need to maintain a productive to maintain life satidfaction and positive selfĬoncept. Nonstochastic - aging is a predetermined and timed phenomenon, NOT RANDOM Sociologic Theories of Aging Disengagement Theory - Proposed that is the natural course of aging the individual does, and should, slowly withdraw from his or her former roles and activities to allow the transfer of power to the younger generations It is now accepted that an elder's withdrawal is not necessarily a good thing for society. Stochastic - aging occurs as a random event and occurs over time ![]()
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