8.1) Normal ageing process refers to slowing down of functions which goes forward throughout adulthood – loss of function of bodily organs.The aging process happens during all stages of an individual’s life span.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140673688920818
8.2) Biological theories on ageing refers to the physiologic processes that change with aging. In other words, how is aging manifested on the molecular level in the cells, tissues, and body system levels result in a progressive, inevitable, and inescapable decrease in the body's ability to respond appropriately to internal and/or external stressors.
https://www.karger.com/Article/PDF/270885
8.3) successful psychological aging is reflected in the ability of older people to adapt to physical, social and emotional losses and to achieve life satisfaction. Because changes in life patterns are inevitable over a lifetime, older people need resiliency and coping skills when confronting stresses and change. A positive self-image enhances risk taking and participation in New, untested roles.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/20062719_Psychosocial_theories_of_aging_A_critical_evaluation
8.4) Aging is characterized by gradual disengagement from society and relationships. This separation is desired by society and older adults, and that it serves to maintain social equilibrium. older adults are freed from social responsibilities and gain time for internal reaction, while the transition of responsibility from old to young maintains a continuously functioning society unaffected by lost members. The outcome of disengagement is a new equilibrium that is ideally satisfying to both the individual and society.
(Baltes, 1987; Lemon et al., 1972; Neumann, 2000; Schroots, 1996).
Outline the normal ageing process and describe the following theories proposed to explain the ageing process...