Cognitive Function
List the factor: Vision/hearing impairments as well as nutritional deficits can effect communication and staying focused.
What is health wellness?
A symptom derived from unipolar depression minor
What is: loneliness, neglect of self care, changes in eating & sleeping patterns, anxiety, or panic for no apparent cause?
List 3 psychosocial factors that affect mental and emotional well-being.
Social isolation, loneliness, marriage status, social status, social integration, education level, stress, depression
True or False. Pets give older people more stress.
False
Identify the negative cognitive change.
What is process of retaining information becomes harder?
The percentage of nursing home residents that suffer from major depressive episodes
What is 50%?
List 3 benefits of physical activity on mental and emotional well-being.
Sharper memory/thinking, higher self-esteem, better sleep, more energy, stronger resilience, boost immune system, reduce impact of stress
4 ways to enhance well-being
1. Exercise
2. Socialize
3. Pet
4. Spiritual connection
5. Back to school
6. Hobby
7. Sleep well
8. Eat healthy
There were three positive cognitive changes, list two.
What is intelligence is not effected?
What is learning still occurs?
What is storage capacity not effected?
The percentage of older adults living in the community that have symptoms of anxiety
What is 4.3%?
Define resilience
The ability to adapt, endure, and persevere under difficult situations, turning adversity into a catalyst for growth and emotional well-being
Why is well-being important?
Move beyond a narrow focus, think positively, understand people, learning to accept things
How does exercising improve your cognitives abilities?
What is by increasing blood flow in brain to stimulate neurotransmitters?
The therapeutic intervention best suited for depression
What is problem-solving directive therapy?
Two types of "brain-healthy" nutrients
What is vitamin K, folate, or Beta Carotene.
The percentage of elders diagnosed with schizophrenia
What is less than 1%?