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- Social issues affecting older adults include12345:
- Social isolation and loneliness, which can lead to physical and mental health conditions.
- Ageism and a lost sense of purpose, leading to isolation and marginalization.
- Financial insecurity due to limited income and difficulty accessing benefits.
- Physical and mental health complications from chronic illnesses and cognitive decline.
- Difficulty with everyday tasks and mobility.
- Access to healthcare services.
- End of life preparations.
Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.Research has linked social isolation and loneliness to higher risks for a variety of physical and mental conditions: high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, a weakened immune system, anxiety, depression, cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and even death.www.nia.nih.gov/news/social-isolation-loneliness-ol…Social isolation and loneliness, which affect about a quarter of older people, are key risk factors for mental health conditions in later life (3). So too is abuse of older people, which includes any kind of physical, verbal, psychological, sexual or financial abuse, as well as neglect.www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-…What are the Biggest Challenges and Problems for Elderly People in Our Society?
- Ageism and a lost sense of purpose There are lots of outdated stereotypes about elderly people, which can lead to isolation and marginalization in a lot of communities. ...
www.smithlifehomecare.com/blog/what-are-the-big…Most of the common issues that elderly people face stem from three main obstacles:
- Physical and mental health complications due to various elderly health issues, chronic illnesses, and even cognitive decline.
www.grayingwithgrace.com/important-issues-affect…A report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) points out that more than one-third of adults aged 45 and older feel lonely, and nearly one-fourth of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. 1 Older adults are at increased risk for loneliness and social isolation because they are more likely to face factors such as living alone, the loss of family or friends, chronic...
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