Perspective of the person-environment fit model

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1. To what extent are federal and state government activities focused on the aged? Select one major program that affects older Americans and describe its strengths and limitations. What ideas can you offer to improve this program and why are these improvements necessary?

2. Explain the importance of studying the process of growing old through the perspective of the Person-Environment Fit model. What does this framework entail? What are the advantages of studying aging this way? How has this model given you a better understanding of the experience of growing old? What conclusions have you been able to draw about aging based on this
framework?

3. Select an aging theory that resonates with you and discuss the following: How does this theory recognize the strengths and developmental opportunities inherent in the aging process? What are some every-day examples of the validity of this theory? (i.e., how do you see this theory being applied in everyday life). What limitations can you identify about this theory? In other words, in what ways does this theory fail to capture all aspects of the aging process?

4. How would you address the common misconception about physical, mental, and cognitive decline being an inevitable part of aging? Be sure that your arguments are specific and scientifically sound and that they address all aspects of functioning.

5. Imagine that you hold a public office position whereby you are in charge of developing policy at the community level (county, state, federal). Describe how you would integrate what you have learned in this course with respect to age-related physical, psychosocial, cognitive, or emotional development to promote the well-being of the older adults in your community. Provide a specific example of your policy initiative and use the concepts studied in the course to support your decisions.

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