PPT-AN OVERVIEW OF OPTIMAL AGING

Carol L Monson DO MS FACOFP FAAFP Family and Community Medicine MSUCOM OBJECTIVES Define the Philosophy of Optimal Aging Compare philosophy of optimal aging with the philosophy of Osteopathic Medicine and Successful Aging . and Addressing Dementias . Including Alzheimer’s Disease. . June 19, 2014. Don Wright, . MD, MPH . Deputy . Assistant . Secretary for Health. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Overview and Presenters . VCU’s Department . of . Gerontology in the School of Allied Health Professions was founded in 1976 and remains the only MS in Gerontology in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission to promote optimal aging for individuals and communities is evident through our innovative graduate and continuing education, scholarship, and university-community partnerships. Our graduates further our person-centered, transdisciplinary mission largely in the areas of Administration, Education, Advocacy, and Entrepreneurship. . VCU’s Department . of . Gerontology in the School of Allied Health Professions was founded in 1976 and remains the only MS in Gerontology in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission to promote optimal aging for individuals and communities is evident through our innovative graduate and continuing education, scholarship, and university-community partnerships. Our graduates further our person-centered, transdisciplinary mission largely in the areas of Administration, Education, Advocacy, and Entrepreneurship. . About Us. Private, non-profit agency. Created through federal Older Americans Act of 1965. One of 12 Area Agencies in Ohio. Serve individuals in Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Seneca and Wyandot Counties. Allison Wilder, MS, CTRS. School of Education. Virginia Commonwealth University. awilder@vcu.edu. Our journey this morning…. Spending your most valuable asset-. Time. Exposing myths and facts about aging. The Older Americans Act. The Older Americans Act (OAA) is a federal law that protects the well-being of Americans 60 years and older through services and programs designed to meet the specific needs of older adults. . Reconciling Aging With HIV Introduction How Is the Epidemiology of HIV Changing in the Context of Aging? People Living With Diagnosed HIV, 2015 Noncommunicable Comorbidities in PLWHIV ≥ 45 Years Old “The aging workforce is a powerful force that provides tremendous value to a business and deserves planning and protection. ” https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/18302-managing-an-aging-workforce Social Activity Establishing healthy lifestyle behaviors throughout your life influences optimal aging Practice Being Safe Know Your Health Numbers Stress Management Financial Affairs Sleep Taking Time for You CS 8803AT Assistive Technology. Outline. Definition. Causes. Physiological Effects. Personal, Familial & Social Effects. AT Use & Acceptance. Definition: Stages of Life. 0-2 years: Infancy. 2-12 years: Childhood. Mark Shehata MD, MBA. Learning Objectives. At the conclusion of this presentation participants should be able to:. 1. Describe basic theories of aging. 2. Recognize the proposed mechanism of action of metformin, acarbose, and rapamycin in combating aging. Uniquely bridging a gap in the gerontology literature between the biological and psychosocial aspects of aging, this interdisciplinary text provides key updates on an abundance of cutting-edge research expands information on diversity issues in aging and examines in great depth the physiology of aging, theories of biological aging, and methodological issues. Instructors will also welcome the availability of an Instructor\'s Manual and PowerPoint slides.Written for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, and invigorated by the addition of new coauthors, the third edition integrates findings in biology, psychology, and the social sciences to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary coverage of the aging process. Included is key information on age-related changes and disease-related processes, the demography of the aging population worldwide, theories of aging, and ways to promote optimal aging. From a psychosocial perspective, the book examines mental health, stress and coping, spirituality, and caregiving in later years. Also included is crucial information on longitudinal design and statistics as they relate to research on aging, promising new trends in gerontechnology and Green Houses, and information on health promotion programs. Real-life examples throughout the text help students to understand practical applications of the material.New to the Third Edition: Abundant new cutting-edge research on biological and psychosocial aspects of agingExpands information on diversity issuesUpdated theories of biological aging: microRNA, proteasomes, and gut microsomesPsychology of aging: How variability in responses to stress affects health and mortalityAging and public policy: How the recent recession has affected poverty rates resulting in increases in mortality among poor, middle-aged WhitesGerontechnology: The Internet of things, assistive devices, and the potential of robotsInstructor\'s Manual and PowerPoint slidesKey Features: Examines age-related changes, disease-related processes, theories of aging, and ways to promote optimal agingEncompasses mental health, stress and coping, spirituality, and caregiving in later yearsProvides information on aging-related longitudinal design and statisticsCovers promising new trends such as gerontechnology and Green Houses MGH Age Positively Program. Virginia Triant MD MPH, Division of Infectious Disease. Matthew Russell . MD,MSc. , Section of Geriatric Medicine. Massachusetts General Hospital. November 14, 2023. Objectives. Jan 2021 – June 2023. Johann Bauer . and. Georg Zimmermann. Medical University . of. Salzburg. 1. Overview. 2. Output summary & next steps. Motivation. Evaluation and Comparison of Methods. Educational Material and Concept.