LibGuides: GER310: Module 2 Resources

Module 2 Required Resources

Textbook

Your course textbook can be accessed via the DART eBook link in the Getting Started module.

Hillier, S. M. & Barrow, G. M. (2015). Aging, the Individual, and Society. (10th Ed.).

Chapter 4. Physical Health and Well-Being: This chapter emphasizes the vibrant health-promoting factors crucial for aging gracefully, highlighting how regular exercise, a balanced diet, positive social environments, and mental resilience can significantly enhance the quality of life for older adults. Understanding these health dimensions empowers individuals to take charge of their health and adopt practices that foster lifelong vitality.

Chapter 5. Mental Health: This chapter focuses on the critical importance of mental health in older adults. It highlights the prevalence of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and dementia, which often go underdiagnosed and undertreated. The chapter discusses risk factors that negatively impact mental health, including physical health problems and social isolation. It emphasizes how these conditions can affect daily functioning and independence. Treatment options are explored, including medications, psychotherapy, and community support programs. Lastly, the chapter stresses the significance of building resilience and coping strategies to enhance mental well-being and promote a fulfilling life for older adults.

Module 2 Optional Resources

Government Resources

This collection of material supports the course content examined in Module 2.

Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics (Forum
The Forum consists of an inventory of data and resources that reflect the impact of COVID-19 on the well-being of older Americans and is a guide to specific data sources and related resources managed by its members that provides insight on this very relevant and timely topic.
Older Americans: Key Indicators of Well-Being
The Forum, founded in 1986, was designed to foster collaboration among Federal agencies that produce or use statistical data on the older population.
CDC - Older Adult Health (Fast Facts)
Describes demographics and significant statistical data on the aged (with links) including mortality and health risks associated with smoking and various chronic diseases, trends in using various long-term care services, and much more.
WHO - Abuse of Older People
Elder abuse is an important public health problem. WHO provides an overview of its scope including consequences and risk factors and prevention strategies, with supportive references.

Articles

These six articles encompass various aspects of elder abuse including vulnerabilities to discrimination, financial abuse and risks detrimental to physical and psychological well-being. This material supports the content examined in Module 2.

How Discrimination in Health Care Affects Older Americans, and What Health Systems and Providers Can Do
How discrimination in health care affects older Americans, and what health systems and providers can do. (2022). Issue Brief (Commonwealth Fund), 1–7.
Ageism and Psychological Well-Being Among Older Adults: A Systematic Review
Hyun Kang, & Hansol Kim. (2022). Ageism and psychological well-being among older adults: A systematic review. Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, 8.
Elder Abuse Vulnerability and Risk Factors: Is Financial Abuse Different from Other Subtypes?
Dominguez, S. F., Ozguler, B., Storey, J. E., & Rogers, M. (2022). Elder abuse vulnerability and risk factors: Is financial abuse different from other subtypes? Journal of Applied Gerontology, 41(4), 928–939.
Elder Abuse: A Comprehensive Overview and Physician-Associated Challenges
Patel, K., Bunachita, S., Chiu, H., Suresh, P., & Patel, U. K. (2021). Elder abuse: A comprehensive overview and physician-associated challenges. Cureus, 13(4), e14375.
Elder Financial Exploitation in the Digital Age
Zhang, T., Morris, N. P., McNiel, D. E., & Binder, R. (2023). Elder financial exploitation in the digital age. Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, 51(2), 173–180.
Friendly Residential Environments and Subjective Well-Being in Older People with and without Help Needs
Molina-Martínez MÁ, Marsillas S, Sánchez-Román M, & Del Barrio E. (2022). Friendly residential environments and subjective well-being in older people with and without help needs. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(23).