Psychosocial Processes and Interaction Skills Needed When Working With the Elderly Client
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I. Psychosocial process of aging (NOT Physiologic). a. Psychologic and sociologic theories on normal aging (Maslow and Erikson’s Models). FOCUS ON OLDER ADULTS ONLY!
2. Special challenges faced by the elderly. a. Stereotyping, myths, discrimination, age as predisposing factor for psychosocial problems/diseases. emotional challenges, age-related bathers.
3. Communication skills and motivational techniques appropriate for interacting with the elderly in the health care environment.
4. Discuss what is means to incorporate “Individuality” with the elderly population when providing interventions.
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