Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Drug Dosing: Geriatric Patients

Drug Dosing: Geriatric Patients

Elderly individuals encompass a diverse population with varying degrees of age-related physiological changes. Defining the elderly presents challenges, as the geriatric population is often arbitrarily categorized as individuals older than 65. However, many individuals in this group lead active and healthy lives, with an increasing number surpassing 85 years and falling into the older elderly category. Physiological changes associated with aging impact performance capacity and homeostatic...

Menopause

Menopause

Menopause, a natural biological process marking the end of a woman's fertility, typically occurs between the fifth and sixth decade of life. This phase is characterized by the exhaustion of the ovarian follicle pool, leading to less responsive ovaries despite the high levels of Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH). The consequential decrease in estrogen production results in symptoms like hot flashes, heavy sweating, headaches, hair loss, muscle pains, vaginal...

The Effect of Aging on Tissues

The Effect of Aging on Tissues

Several body functions deteriorate with age. The external signs of aging are easily identifiable. For example, the skin becomes dry, less elastic, and thins out, forming wrinkles. The skin of the face begins to appear looser due to a decrease in the levels of elastic and collagen fibers in the connective tissue. Additionally, melanin production in the hair follicle decreases with age, resulting in gray hair. Moreover, the senses of sight and hearing decline, so glasses and hearing aids may...

Pharmacokinetics in Geriatric Patients: Effect of Age on Drug Distribution

Pharmacokinetics in Geriatric Patients: Effect of Age on Drug Distribution

Drug distribution in the human body is influenced by several factors, including plasma protein concentration, body composition, blood flow, tissue-protein concentration, and tissue fluid pH. Among these, changes in plasma protein concentration and body composition due to aging significantly affect how drugs are distributed within the body. Specifically, aging is associated with a decrease in albumin levels by about 10% and an increase in α1-acid glycoprotein levels. These alterations are not...

Aging

Aging

Aging is a complex biological phenomenon influenced by various processes that affect cellular and systemic functions. Several prominent theories attempt to explain its mechanisms, highlighting cellular limitations, oxidative damage, and hormonal changes as central factors in aging.
Cellular Clock Theory
The cellular clock theory posits that the human lifespan is closely tied to the finite capacity of cells to divide, a phenomenon governed by telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of...

Bone Disorders

Bone Disorders

Aging and its effect on bone remodeling is the most common cause of bone disorders. In young and healthy people, bone deposition and resorption happen at an equal rate to maintain optimal bone health.
Bone deposition is also affected by the levels of sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone that promote osteoblast activity and bone matrix synthesis. When the level of these hormones decreases due to aging, it causes a reduction in bone deposition. As a result, bone resorption by osteoclasts...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Research instrumentation and elderly subjects.

Image--the journal of nursing scholarship·1998

Same author

Three years of an adult burns support group: an analysis.

Burns : journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries·1996

Same author

Needs of older persons in the emergency department.

Journal of gerontological nursing·1994

Same author

Reminiscence and life review: therapeutic interventions for older people.

The Nurse practitioner·1994

Same author

Group work with older persons.

Journal of gerontological nursing·1994

Same author

Reminiscence and life review: explaining the differences.

Archives of psychiatric nursing·1993

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 17, 2026

Validation of a Psychosocial Intervention on Body Image in Older People: An Experimental Design

Validation of a Psychosocial Intervention on Body Image in Older People: An Experimental Design

Published on: May 31, 2021

Healthy older women-.

¹a Visiting Professor, School of Nursing, University of North Carolina, Greensboro.

Journal of Women & Aging

|October 20, 2012

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Older women's well-being hinges on their attitudes and coping mechanisms, not just physical health. Positive social support and adaptive strategies are key to navigating challenges and maintaining a productive life.

More Related Videos

Improving Strength, Power, Muscle Aerobic Capacity, and Glucose Tolerance through Short-term Progressive Strength Training Among Elderly People

Improving Strength, Power, Muscle Aerobic Capacity, and Glucose Tolerance through Short-term Progressive Strength Training Among Elderly People

Published on: July 5, 2017

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults

Published on: February 2, 2020

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 17, 2026

Validation of a Psychosocial Intervention on Body Image in Older People: An Experimental Design

Validation of a Psychosocial Intervention on Body Image in Older People: An Experimental Design

Published on: May 31, 2021

Improving Strength, Power, Muscle Aerobic Capacity, and Glucose Tolerance through Short-term Progressive Strength Training Among Elderly People

Improving Strength, Power, Muscle Aerobic Capacity, and Glucose Tolerance through Short-term Progressive Strength Training Among Elderly People

Published on: July 5, 2017

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults

Published on: February 2, 2020

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Women's Health
Psychology of Aging

Background:

Aging presents unique challenges for women, impacting physical, intellectual, social, and purpose dimensions of well-being.
Traditional focus on physical health in older women often overlooks crucial psychological and social factors.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore multifaceted aspects of health in older women beyond physical fitness.
To emphasize the role of attitudes, coping strategies, and social support in aging well.

Main Methods:

Qualitative discussion integrating perspectives on fitness (physical, intellectual, social, purpose).
Analysis of the importance of attitudes and coping mechanisms in response to life changes.
Consideration of external support systems, including professional responses.

Main Results:

Attitudes and coping strategies are more critical than health status alone for older women's quality of life.
Social support and positive role models significantly influence older women's ability to thrive despite adversity.
Adaptability and resilience are central to successful aging in women.

Conclusions:

Promoting positive attitudes and effective coping skills is vital for older women's well-being.
Healthcare and social support systems should recognize and foster psychological and social resilience in aging women.
Focusing on holistic health, encompassing mental, social, and purpose-driven aspects, enhances productive aging for women.