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1. Find a recent source discussing research in neuropsychology or neuroscience. This can be an academic paper, video, or news article. Think back to what was covered in chapters 1 and 2 and answer the following:
A.What did the study/research find?
B.What research methods were used to reach this conclusion?
C.How does this information relate to what you learnt in class/the textbook?
You may want to use this website as a starting point if you are having difficulty finding an article: http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/inthenews.html
1. This chapter points out many physical changes encountered by older adults. In reflecting on the changes we discussed:
A.) Think about some of the products that you use in everyday life. Choose (1) product to discuss.
B) What aspects of this product would cause difficulty for older adults?
C)What modifications would you make to this product to make it more appropriate for older adults?
Tip: think about addressing the age related physical changes we discussed that would limit an older individuals ability to use this product).
2. Longevity Calculator” form. Reflect on your experience:
A) How was this activity for you? How do you feel about the results?
B) Do you think you will change any of your current behavior based on your results/experience? Why or why not?
C) Considering what we discussed in class, which factors did you notice were missing from this form that you think may impact your longevity?
3. Write a mission statement for an assisted living center or nursing home.
A) Include the purpose, approach, and long-term outcomes you envision for an assisted living center or nursing home that you would consider becoming a resident. Include at least one theory discussed this week (chapter 5) in your statement. For example, noting what activities the center uses which allows individuals to perform in their zone of maximum performance, or indicating what types of adaptations are used in the facility.
4. Construct an intervention to bolster memory self-efficacy among older adults. Consider the best format for this intervention (written, video, in-person, some other form?) and to think about the specific elements that might assist older adults in having a positive view of their ability to perform a specific task.
5. Find examples of aging stereotypes in the media; you may also refer to friends/family social media pages to find examples. Describe at least one specific example you found. Based on these stereotypes, devise a plan to change stereotypical beliefs about aging.
6. Complete this personality test online: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test
A) Based on your experience, what model of personality theory do you feel this test is based on (reference chapter 9 PPT for guidance)? What did your results tell you? Do you agree with the outcomes? Did anything surprise you? How accurate do you think these tests are? Do you feel there is a better way to examine someone’s personality? If so, what would you suggest?
7. Watch one or more of the short videos linked below. What new information did you learn? Did what you heard influence or alter any of your previous views of mental illness (e.g., biases or assumptions)?
A)The science of depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=GOK1tKFFIQI&feature=emb_logo
B)What is depression?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-IR48Mb3W0&feature=emb_logo
c)If depression were a monster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jWxYeGV9tM&feature=emb_logo
D)Kristen Bell explains there is no shame in feeling anxiety and depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=mYUQ_nlZgWE&feature=emb_logo
E) I jumped off the Golden Gate bridge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcSUs9iZv-g&feature=emb_logo
F) What NOT to say to someone who has depression – and what to say instead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=qwP1iaFpRiI&feature=emb_logo
G)What having anxiety feels like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=nCgm1xQa06c&feature=emb_logo
8. What is elder abuse? Using the knowledge you now have, why do you think this issue may be under reported? Propose one or more solution(s) (e.g., public policies, protective measures in nursing homes, etc.) that you feel would discourage elder abuse and/or increase detection of these events.
A) You may also want to conduct external research for more information on this concept and its prevalence to inform your response. This video could be a good place to start: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAsk6g9OHvQ
9. Think of celebrities who have died in the recent past and have created large outpourings of public grief (e.g., Michael Jackson, Robin Williams, Chadwick Boseman, Kobe Bryant). Discuss the thoughts you had when you learned of the celebrity’s death and how you processed the death. Try to relate your experiences to the concepts outlined in the text/PowerPoint.
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