week 3 discussion 1 and 2

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Please write one paragraph and source for each discussion question: thanks

Discussion 1:
Social Security System and Government Pension Programs

Consider the current Social Security system and how it is projected to fare in the future. What are the political implications? What legislation is needed? Discuss how the United States’ system of pensions for retired persons compares to the way the retired and elderly are treated in other countries. Do you feel that the financial care and support by the government of the elderly is a national problem? Is it a global problem? Why or why not?

Your response should be between 250-300 words and must utilize at least one current scholarly source
Discussion 2:
Financial Concerns

Review the information and articles on the Boomers Forecasts: The Next 20 Years website. Compare and contrast the preparation for retirement behaviors of past generations with the current generation of individuals reaching the traditional retirement age. How will upcoming generations fund their retirement? Describe the basic philosophy that many elderly have about finances and money. Consider the events and family values that have influenced their attitudes. Discuss the concept of “simple wealth”, the new frugality, by which many Baby Boomers will live out the remainder of their lives. How does this concept relate to “future proofing”? Do all retired and elderly hold similar views on finances?
Your post should be between 250 – 300 words, be sure to cite any information used from the website

week 3 ;discussion 1 and 2

Order Description

One paragraph and one source for each discussion

Discussion 1:
There are two primary approaches to understanding memory: the information-processing perspective and the memory-processing perspective. Compare and contrast these two approaches, and analyze their effectiveness in explaining memory changes in older adults. What do they individually and collectively tell us about memory loss and sensory storage as we age? Is it true that our memories get worse as we age? Support your discussion with one scholarly APA citation (other than the course text).

Discussion 2
In addition to presenting the factual characteristics of memory loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s, your textbook also presents this information from a personal perspective. After reviewing 7-2: An Insider’s Portrait of Alzheimer’s, describe the devastating impact of Dementia and Alzheimer’s in the older adult community. What are the causes of each of these diseases, and how are they distinguishable from “normal” memory decline in old age? Also, review the multi-media video for this week and comment on the physical differences between a healthy brain and an abnormal brain. Identify a minimum of three differences.

Sources
Tranter, L. & Koutstaal, W. (2008). Age and flexible thinking: An experimental demonstration of the beneficial effects of increased cognitively stimulating activity on fluid intelligence in healthy older adults. Aging, Neuropsychology & Cognition, 15(2), 184-207. Retrieved from https://apps.cla.umn.edu/directory/items/publication/311106.pdf
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1.Zimprich, D., Allemand, M., & Dellenbach, M. (2009). Openness to experience, fluid intelligence, and crystallized intelligence in middle-aged and old adults. Journal of Research in Personality, 43(3), 444-454. Retrieved from http://www.zora.uzh.ch/23499/4/Zimprich_Allemand_el.pdf

Filmoption International. (Producer). (1999). The Alzheimer’s Mystery [Video file]. Retrieved from the Films On Demand database. ?This video reviews the different stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

week 3 ;discussion 1 and 2

Order Description

One paragraph and one source for each discussion

Discussion 1:
There are two primary approaches to understanding memory: the information-processing perspective and the memory-processing perspective. Compare and contrast these two approaches, and analyze their effectiveness in explaining memory changes in older adults. What do they individually and collectively tell us about memory loss and sensory storage as we age? Is it true that our memories get worse as we age? Support your discussion with one scholarly APA citation (other than the course text).

Discussion 2
In addition to presenting the factual characteristics of memory loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s, your textbook also presents this information from a personal perspective. After reviewing 7-2: An Insider’s Portrait of Alzheimer’s, describe the devastating impact of Dementia and Alzheimer’s in the older adult community. What are the causes of each of these diseases, and how are they distinguishable from “normal” memory decline in old age? Also, review the multi-media video for this week and comment on the physical differences between a healthy brain and an abnormal brain. Identify a minimum of three differences.

Sources
Tranter, L. & Koutstaal, W. (2008). Age and flexible thinking: An experimental demonstration of the beneficial effects of increased cognitively stimulating activity on fluid intelligence in healthy older adults. Aging, Neuropsychology & Cognition, 15(2), 184-207. Retrieved from https://apps.cla.umn.edu/directory/items/publication/311106.pdf
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1.Zimprich, D., Allemand, M., & Dellenbach, M. (2009). Openness to experience, fluid intelligence, and crystallized intelligence in middle-aged and old adults. Journal of Research in Personality, 43(3), 444-454. Retrieved from http://www.zora.uzh.ch/23499/4/Zimprich_Allemand_el.pdf

Filmoption International. (Producer). (1999). The Alzheimer’s Mystery [Video file]. Retrieved from the Films On Demand database. ?This video reviews the different stages of Alzheimer’s disease.