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Sensory changes in the elderly.

T P Moeller1

  • 1St. Lawrence Rehabilitation Center, Lawrenceville, New Jersey.

Dental Clinics of North America
|January 1, 1989
PubMed
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Changing societal attitudes and improving environments are crucial for supporting older adults. Addressing sensory changes and public awareness can enhance their daily lives and dignity.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Environmental Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Older persons often face societal impatience and insensitivity due to sensory changes.
  • These negative attitudes exacerbate environmental and social barriers in daily life.
  • Existing physical surroundings and public awareness contribute to challenges faced by seniors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the impact of societal attitudes on older adults' well-being.
  • To emphasize the need for environmental modifications to support seniors.
  • To advocate for public education to foster a more inclusive society for the aging population.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of societal attitudes towards aging.
  • Review of environmental factors impacting older persons.

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  • Literature synthesis on sensory changes and social support.

    • Main Results:

    • Altered attitudes significantly reduce negative experiences for older adults.
    • Improved physical surroundings and public awareness enhance daily living.
    • Addressing sensory barriers is key to improving quality of life for seniors.

    Conclusions:

    • A supportive environment for older persons requires both changed attitudes and improved physical surroundings.
    • Public education is essential to foster understanding and reduce insensitivity towards age-related sensory changes.
    • Creating a dignified life for older adults necessitates a multi-faceted approach addressing social and environmental factors.