Although the elderly, infirm, and bedridden may have the potential to improve their health and physical performance, they often display less progress than other patients. For this reason, inexperienced caregivers can become discouraged. This program serves as a source of inspiration for those who are working to help frail and immobilized patients. Viewers are reminded that everyone ages in a unique way; that even the most basic daily activities can have tremendous benefits, both mental and physical; and that-in addition to dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's-depression is a major factor to consider. The importance of social interaction is also a significant topic.
Although the elderly, infirm, and bedridden may have the potential to improve their health and physical performance, they often display less progress than other patients. For this reason, inexperienced caregivers can become discouraged. This program serves as a source of inspiration for those who are working to help frail and immobilized patients. Viewers are reminded that everyone ages in a unique way; that even the most basic daily activities can have tremendous benefits, both mental and physical; and that-in addition to dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's-depression is a major factor to consider. The importance of social interaction is also a significant topic.
General Note
Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on Dec. 31, 2009.
Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.
Content Note
Corporate Profits and Aging (1:00) -- Natural Aging Process (1:26) -- Active Lifestyle (2:02) -- Healthy Body/Healthy Mind (0:55) -- Physiologic Changes with Aging (1:14) -- Aging and Lifestyle (1:24) -- Mobility Impairment (1:04) -- Depletion of Reserves (1:02) -- Reduction of Effects of Aging (1:02) -- Mobility: Pathologies of Aging (1:33) -- Neurological Pathologies of Aging (1:33) -- Mental States and Physical Mobility (1:25) -- Mobility Problems in the Aged (0:44) -- Physical Activity Programs for the Aged (1:38) -- Active Lifestyle for Aged (1:22) -- Active Social Environment for Seniors (1:09) -- Better Health Through Mobility (0:58) -- Mobility, Dignity, and Mental Health (1:28) -- Positive Activity for Seniors (1:02) -- Signs of Aging (1:33) -- Positive Outlook on Aging (1:12).