Aging affects us all. As has been said, there are two things for certain in life: birth and death. The connection between these natural events is the process of growing, maturing, and aging. This process is filled with many unknowns, and frequently the unknown makes us fearful, possibly more than anything else. In depth studies of aging have revealed many things, but there is still a great need to understand and learn much more in this specific field. There are also those who actually suffer from Gerascophobia. According to Wikipedia, Gerascophobia is: an abnormal or persistent fear of growing old or aging. As more knowledge is acquired people will be empowered, knowing how they can play an active role as they age so as to experience the most comfort all along and enjoy life to the fullest.
This blog will help enlighten more people about important health topics relating to aging. By taking a few minutes to look around this blog, you can become more informed in order to help yourself, your future self, and those elderly that are near and dear to you.
For more information on news, events, and programs for older Americans, visit the National Council on Aging website.
Im minoring in gerontology and in one of my classes we talked about how some people are afraid of aging! I never have been. Its just part of life!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great attitude to have, especially because many people don't have the best 'relationship' with the idea of aging.
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted to minor in gerontology!! I'm so jealous of Johanna,but its something that I really have a passion about. I have always had a soft spot for older people. It is so very important to take care of our elderly because all of us will have to one of these days. why not start now. I do get scared of aging but its the way life goes! :)
ReplyDeleteShopkins, you should look into the gerontology minor here at BYU, because there aren't too many extra classes you'll need to take. And a lot of them can overlap with the Public Health major!
ReplyDeleteI spoke with a professor a month or so ago, and he mentioned about going to the Senior Olympics this year and helping out. If you're interested in that you'll just have to attend the meetings that will start in the Fall. (That can help you towards a gerontology certificate.) If you're serious about this just come talk to me and I will hook you up with more info. You can also find out more about the gerontology minor on the BYU website. There's actually a link to it in the frequently asked questions part of my blog. GOOD LUCK!
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ReplyDeleteI will admit I am a little afraid of getting older mostly just because my independence will diminish a lot. Ha ha but hey I will get used to it right?
ReplyDeleteThat is a common fear. It is also a reality, but there are many things that we have control over. As always, just do the best you can!
ReplyDeleteWow, I didn't know they actually had a name for that. Gerascophobia. Very interesting post.
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ReplyDeleteIt is so true how people are afraid of the unknown. It is so said that this leads to the alienation of the elderly because they have so much knowledge and experience to share.
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