Late adulthood brings many changes in both physical and cognitive ways. Some of the physical changes are external, or visible, while others are internal, relating to gradual changes in bodily systems and sensory capacity. Cognitive changes manifest themselves in the ability to deal with bereavement, the application of wisdom to everyday life and the general outlook, or attitude towards life.
As functions slow down, the immune system of a body can also be affected, making the elderly more susceptible to illnesses. The deterioration of bone structures also increases the risk of injuries.
It becomes more difficult to remember things, because the brain not only loses some of its volume over a life time, it is also crammed full with information and the processes of accessing this information begin to slow.
Aging affects everyone differently, and many individuals are living healthy, enjoyable lives, while others experience serious problems. More detailed information can be found at Late Adulthood.
- External Physical Changes
- Internal Physical Changes
As functions slow down, the immune system of a body can also be affected, making the elderly more susceptible to illnesses. The deterioration of bone structures also increases the risk of injuries.
It becomes more difficult to remember things, because the brain not only loses some of its volume over a life time, it is also crammed full with information and the processes of accessing this information begin to slow.
- Changes in Sensory Capacity
- Cognitive Changes
Aging affects everyone differently, and many individuals are living healthy, enjoyable lives, while others experience serious problems. More detailed information can be found at Late Adulthood.
