Question

Despite an increase in longevity, the human body still undergoes a great deal of decline in its physical functioning and appearance late in life.

Think about any individuals you currently know who are in late adulthood. What do you notice about them physically? What aspects of their physical functioning are affected by their age? What physical abilities appear to still be intact? What disabilities do you think are most difficult to adapt to and live with? Can you recall when you noticed the beginning of the decline in aspects of their functioning? If you cannot, ask them to share with you when they did. What is most difficult for them regarding their physical functioning? Use the issues presented in your text to guide you.

Answer 1

There are individuals i know at the late adulthood who are suffering physically and psychologically.The person is suffering form inability to walk due to poor weak muscles in the legs,digetive problems,not able to eat anything in a solid state.The person's memory seems to be good as he is able to remember things in the past and present and is very active doing puzzles.As they get older the aspect of second childishness comes in,they are not able to understand or accept things and need more attention from people living in the house.