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Aging Matters: An Introduction to Social Gerontology

Nancy Hooyman, Kevin S. Kawamoto, H. Asuman S. Kiyak

Chapter 6

Family, Friends, and Other Informal Supports - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

What are the ways that informal support systems often change as people age? Discuss the benefits of informal supports for physical and mental well-being in old age.

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Problem 2

The Beatles had a famous song with the line "I get by with a little help from my friends." Identify at least three ways that friendship networks can enhance well-being in old age.

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Problem 3

We often have an image that older adults live alone, are lonely, and are socially isolated. Cite evidence from the readings that is contrary to this image.

Samia Islam
Samia Islam
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Problem 4

List three challenges in accessing health and longterm care that LGBT elders may face compared to their heterosexual peers.

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Problem 5

What are some of the reasons that different studies and polls have varied findings regarding the number of LGBT elders in the total population?

Anna Mcbride
Anna Mcbride
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Problem 6

What are three of the ways that contemporary families are changing? Identify the primary reasons that there has been an increase in multigenerational families in the past decade.

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Problem 7

Discuss how living arrangements, such as whether one is living alone or with family or caring for grandchildren, may vary among older adults of color.

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Problem 8

What are two of the reasons why sibling relationships can be a powerful source of social support in old age?

Kendrick Buford
Kendrick Buford
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Problem 9

If you were training staff in a long-term care facility, such as a skilled nursing home, to respect older residents' privacy, what would you tell them about older adults' sexuality and desire for intimacy? Be sure to include the needs of LGBT elders in your response.

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Problem 10

What are some of the ways that the grandparenting role benefits both the grandparent and grandchild?

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Problem 11

What are some of the pros and cons of pet ownership for older adults?

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