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Growing Old in a New Age

1993

Seasons & Episodes

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EP1 Myths and Realities of Aging Jan 01, 1993

The common myths surrounding aging are compared with today's realities. Experts and elders describe how we learn about aging and how knowledge can help us debunk myths.

EP2 How the Body Ages Jan 08, 1993

Experts describe the universal physical changes that accompany aging and explain how deterioration can be prevented. Researchers describe advances in cellular studies and the search for biomarkers of aging.

EP3 Maximizing Physical Potential of Older Adults Jan 15, 1993

Considers ways to develop the greatest physical potential in an aging individual while compensating for the effects of aging. Elders describe how lifestyle choices have helped them maintain an active, healthy life.

EP4 Love, Intimacy, and Sexuality Jan 22, 1993

Examines the sources of love and affection in old age and describes how aging may affect sexual and reproductive functioning. Older adults discuss their continuing need for companionship, intimacy, love, and sex.

EP5 Learning, Memory, and Speed of Behavior Jan 29, 1993

Explores what happens to our mental capacities as we age. Techniques used to maintain and augment mental functioning are examined. Elders explain why lifelong learning is crucial.

EP6 Intellect, Personality, and Mental Health Feb 05, 1993

Examines intellectual function and the nature of personality. Gerontologists describe longitudinal and cross-sectional research designs to study intellect and personality over the lifespan. Elders discuss mental health and stress-reduction techniques.

EP7 Social Roles and Relationships in Old Age Feb 12, 1993

Looks at how family, friendship, work, and leisure roles evolve as we age. Elders discuss coping with role losses resulting from retirement or death of a loved one. The pioneering of new roles is explored.

EP8 Family and Intergenerational Relationships Feb 19, 1993

Profiles older people as spouses and grandparents and looks at how elders help sustain family traditions and culture. Older adults describe the satisfaction and stress of caring for spouses and frail parents.

EP9 Work, Retirement, and Economic Status Feb 26, 1993

Explores labor force trends, early retirement, and new job opportunities for older workers. Retirees describe community service and leisure activities. Social Security, pensions, and other income sources are discussed.

EP10 Illness and Disability Mar 05, 1993

Examines chronic health problems and availability of supportive services. Older people discuss how they cope with physical and mental illness and face tough decisions regarding institutionalization and costs of long-term care.

EP11 Death, Dying, and Beaeavement Mar 12, 1993

Discusses the services older people need to deal with dying and death. Elders describe their views on widowhood and management of grief. Experts examine the ethical dilemmas posed by terminal illness.

EP12 Societal and Political Aspects of Aging Mar 19, 1993

Considers individual and governmental responsibilities for the health care and financial support of older citizens. Experts and elders examine the political clout of advocacy groups, older women, and minority elders.

EP13 The Future of Aging Mar 26, 1993

Explores generational conflicts, resource needs of a growing population of elders, and the role of technology in improving quality of life for older adults. Experts describe how aging will be different in the twenty-first century.
5.5| 0h30m| en
Synopsis

This series examines common misconceptions about aging and provides a springboard for analyzing new roles for elders, intergenerational alliances, resource allocation, and artificial attempts to prolong life. Age is measured in four ways, chronologically, biologically, psychologically, and socially These are the basis for discussing the quality of life in later years. 75 diverse elders relate their experiences.

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Inclubabu Plot so thin, it passes unnoticed.
KnotStronger This is a must-see and one of the best documentaries - and films - of this year.
Ogosmith Each character in this movie — down to the smallest one — is an individual rather than a type, prone to spontaneous changes of mood and sometimes amusing outbursts of pettiness or ill humor.
Kien Navarro Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.