A key objective will be to identify gaps in which improved social support mechanisms can enhance quality of life, and support successful ageing in a community setting. Dr Louise Philips . Support Research Fellowships to be held at University of Aberdeen. Age and the Perception and Understanding of Emotions. Recent advances in research into human emotions indicate that specific areas of the brain are involved in the perception and control of emotions.
Emotions also play an important role in decision-making and reasoning.
Up until now, however, very little research has been done on the effects of normal adult ageing on the understanding of emotion. This study will examine the relationship between age, emotional abilities and perceived quality of life. The results will improve the currently limited understanding of the effects of age on emotional processing, and inform neuropsychological and cognitive models of ageing. Imagery and Creativity across the Lifespan . Progress and innovation in many areas of life is dependent on creative thinking thinking which leads to new and useful products.