Eastern Maximizing Physical Potential of Older Adults Considers ways to develop the greatest physical potential in an aging individual while compensating for the effects of aging. Elders describe how lifestyle choices have helped them maintain an active, healthy life. Older adults discuss their continuing need for companionship, intimacy, love, and sex. Learning, Memory, and Speed of Behavior Explores what happens to our mental capacities as we age. Techniques used to maintain and augment mental functioning are examined.
Elders explain why lifelong learning is crucial.
Gerontologists describe longitudinal and cross-sectional research designs to study intellect and personality over the lifespan. Elders discuss mental health and stress-reduction techniques. Elders discuss coping with role losses resulting from retirement or death of a loved one. The pioneering of new roles is explored. Eastern Family and Intergenerational Relationships Profiles older people as spouses and grandparents and looks at how elders help sustain family traditions and culture.