what are the problems faced by senior citizens and suggest some solutions?
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Ans:- Physiological Problems:
Old age is a period of physical decline. Even if one does not become sans eyes, sans teeth, sans everything, right away, one does begin to slow down physically. The physical condition depends partly upon hereditary constitution, the manner of living and environmental factors. Vicissitudes of living, faulty diet, malnutrition, infectious, intoxications, gluttony, inadequate rest, emotional stress, overwork, endocrine disorders and environmental conditions like heat and cold are some of the common secondary causes of physical decline.Due to the loss of teeth, the jaw becomes smaller and the skin sags. The cheeks become pendulous with wrinkles and the eye lids become baggy with upper lids over hanging the lower. The eyes seem dull and lustreless and they often have a watery look due to the poor functioning of the tear glands. Loss of dentures affect speech and some even appear to lisp.
The skin becomes rough and looses its elasticity. Wrinkles are formed and the veins show out prominently on the skin. Perspiration is less profuse and other skin pigmentation appears as the age advances. The hair becomes thin and grey, nails become thick and tough. Tremors of the hands, forearms, head and lower jaw are common. Bones harden in old age, become brittle and are subject to fractures and breaks.
Changes in the nervous system have a marked influence on the brain. Atrophy is particularly marked in the spleen, liver and soft organs. The ratio of heart weight to body weight decreases gradually. The softness and pliability of the valves change gradually because of an increase in the fibrous tissue from the deposits of cholesterol and calcium. The aged are also prone to heart disease, other minor ailments and chronic diseases.
Due to the weakening regulatory mechanism, the body temperature is affected. Therefore the old persons feel the change in climate more profoundly than others. They suffer from digestive troubles, insomnia. Due to dental problems they are not able to chew or swallow well.
Due to the loss of teeth, the jaw becomes smaller and the skin sags. The cheeks become pendulous with wrinkles and the eye lids become baggy with upper lids over hanging the lower. The eyes seem dull and lustreless and they often have a watery look due to the poor functioning of the tear glands. Loss of dentures affect speech and some even appear to lisp.
The skin becomes rough and looses its elasticity. Wrinkles are formed and the veins show out prominently on the skin. Perspiration is less profuse and other skin pigmentation appears as the age advances. The hair becomes thin and grey, nails become thick and tough. Tremors of the hands, forearms, head and lower jaw are common. Bones harden in old age, become brittle and are subject to fractures and breaks.
Changes in the nervous system have a marked influence on the brain. Atrophy is particularly marked in the spleen, liver and soft organs. The ratio of heart weight to body weight decreases gradually. The softness and pliability of the valves change gradually because of an increase in the fibrous tissue from the deposits of cholesterol and calcium. The aged are also prone to heart disease, other minor ailments and chronic diseases.
Due to the weakening regulatory mechanism, the body temperature is affected. Therefore the old persons feel the change in climate more profoundly than others. They suffer from digestive troubles, insomnia. Due to dental problems they are not able to chew or swallow well.
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Ans:- Physiological Problems:
Old age is a period of physical decline. Even if one does not become sans eyes, sans teeth, sans everything, right away, one does begin to slow down physically. The physical condition depends partly upon hereditary constitution, the manner of living and environmental factors. Vicissitudes of living, faulty diet, malnutrition, infectious, intoxications, gluttony, inadequate rest, emotional stress, overwork, endocrine disorders and environmental conditions like heat and cold are some of the common secondary causes of physical decline.Due to the loss of teeth, the jaw becomes smaller and the skin sags. The cheeks become pendulous with wrinkles and the eye lids become baggy with upper lids over hanging the lower. The eyes seem dull and lustreless and they often have a watery look due to the poor functioning of the tear glands. Loss of dentures affect speech and some even appear to lisp.
The skin becomes rough and looses its elasticity. Wrinkles are formed and the veins show out prominently on the skin. Perspiration is less profuse and other skin pigmentation appears as the age advances. The hair becomes thin and grey, nails become thick and tough. Tremors of the hands, forearms, head and lower jaw are common. Bones harden in old age, become brittle and are subject to fractures and breaks.
Changes in the nervous system have a marked influence on the brain. Atrophy is particularly marked in the spleen, liver and soft organs. The ratio of heart weight to body weight decreases gradually. The softness and pliability of the valves change gradually because of an increase in the fibrous tissue from the deposits of cholesterol and calcium. The aged are also prone to heart disease, other minor ailments and chronic diseases.
Due to the weakening regulatory mechanism, the body temperature is affected. Therefore the old persons feel the change in climate more profoundly than others. They suffer from digestive troubles, insomnia. Due to dental problems they are not able to chew or swallow well.
Due to the loss of teeth, the jaw becomes smaller and the skin sags. The cheeks become pendulous with wrinkles and the eye lids become baggy with upper lids over hanging the lower. The eyes seem dull and lustreless and they often have a watery look due to the poor functioning of the tear glands. Loss of dentures affect speech and some even appear to lisp.
The skin becomes rough and looses its elasticity. Wrinkles are formed and the veins show out prominently on the skin. Perspiration is less profuse and other skin pigmentation appears as the age advances. The hair becomes thin and grey, nails become thick and tough. Tremors of the hands, forearms, head and lower jaw are common. Bones harden in old age, become brittle and are subject to fractures and breaks.
Changes in the nervous system have a marked influence on the brain. Atrophy is particularly marked in the spleen, liver and soft organs. The ratio of heart weight to body weight decreases gradually. The softness and pliability of the valves change gradually because of an increase in the fibrous tissue from the deposits of cholesterol and calcium. The aged are also prone to heart disease, other minor ailments and chronic diseases.
Due to the weakening regulatory mechanism, the body temperature is affected. Therefore the old persons feel the change in climate more profoundly than others. They suffer from digestive troubles, insomnia. Due to dental problems they are not able to chew or swallow well.
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Explanation:
The elderly Indian population is one of the fastest growing in the world.
At 110 million, India has the second largest global population of ageing citizens.
By 2050, that number will probably increase to 240 million.
Yet, India lacks basic infrastructure and expertise to support the health & welfare of our elderly.
According to multiple surveys across the country, for most Indian senior citizens, the biggest concerns are: Healthcare costs, Lack of financial support and Isolation. In addition, most of the aged are not accorded the dignity of care they deserve in later life.
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