Life Strengths

Erikson’s theory of personality is based on his eight stages of development. In each of these eight stages of

Eric Erikson was one of the most famous theorists of the twentieth century; he created many theories. One of the most talked about theories is his theory of psychosocial development. This is a theory that describes stages in which an individual should pass as they are going through life. His theory includes nine stages all together. The original theory only included eight stages but Erikson‘s wife found a ninth stage and published it after his death. The nine stages include: trust vs. mistrust, autonomy vs. shame and doubt, initiative vs. guilt, industry vs. inferiority, identity vs. identity confusion, intimacy vs. isolation, generativity vs. stagnation, integrity vs. despair, and hope and faith vs. despair (Crandell and Crandell,

After spending an afternoon interviewing my elderly father-in-law, I gained insight into how he perceives the aging process and the impact on the quality of his life. First, and foremost he viewed aging in a very positive and healthy manner. He believes that a positive attitude assists in accepting physical and psychosocial changes and enjoyed the fact that he and his wife are both physically fit and cognitively alert. He felt confident that advances made in health care and the quality of their lives would continue to be empowering. He enjoys the benefits of being a senior citizen including discounted travel, free education, and other incentives marketed towards seniors. He expressed a sense of well-being with respect to the numerous

Erikson’s main contribution to psychology was his developmental theory. He developed eight psychosocial stages of development and believed that each stage presents

While there are many theories within the Social Work/Gerontology discipline that is relevant to this topic, the one theory that seems most relevant is Activity Theory. Activity Theory argues that older people continue to benefit society as well as themselves when they continue to be active as they age. The theory argues that a senior’s positive perception

An assessment of a person is used to focus not only on the areas an older adult may need support with, but also the areas where the older adult is functioning appropriately (McInnus-Dittrich, 2014). Using the strengths perspective in the assessment process as well has in the interventions helps older adults achieve their goals. (McInnus-Dittrich, 2014). The goal of an assessment is to establish what needs the older adult wants to meet as opposed to the goals the social worker envisions for the client (McInnus-Dittrich, 2014). This clinical assessment of Carl is going to examine the social history, physical, psychological, social, spiritual, financial, environmental, and legal assess as they apply to Carl, and assess the strengths he displayed

Prior to starting the My Sage process, the main interactions that I have had with elders have been with my grandparents. When thinking about it, I still have had limited interactions with elders as of recently because I have not been talking to my grandparents as often as I should. Through taking this course, I have kept my grandparents in the back of my mind as learning the different aspects of things that elders encounter on a daily basis. The readings, guest speakers, class discussions, and lectures have helped me to accumulate the appropriate knowledge that is needed when working with elders as a social worker. The field of gerontology and working with elders is booming in the social work profession. More people are living longer

Similarly, the two are therapeutic professionally facilitated interventions giving thought to the past, present and future with target outcomes. The idea is, as the older adult explores past experiences it is helpful in understanding who they are presently, in other words self-identity is enabled. In like manner, the older adult holistic well-being and coping ability is regarded. Next, they both strive for emotional resolutions due to unfinished issues resulting from life’s pain, grief and regret. Last, both are facilitated in a group setting to enhance social support and interrelations.

After spending an afternoon interviewing my elderly father-in-law, I gained insight into how he perceives the aging process and the impact on the quality of his life. First, and foremost he viewed aging in a very positive and healthy manner. He believes that a positive attitude assists in accepting physical and psychosocial changes and enjoyed the fact that he and his wife are both physically fit and cognitively alert. He felt confident that advances made in health care and the quality of their lives would continue to be empowering. He enjoys the benefits of being a senior citizen including discounted travel, free education, and other incentives marketed towards seniors. He expressed a sense of well-being with respect to the numerous

In any helping profession, assessment and intervention are key factors in assisting a client with whatever problem they may be facing. Knowledge about how to properly assess a client’s strengths or limitations can be vital in providing proper intervention and delivering these services can be vital to a client, especially in the geriatric population (Richardson & Barusch, 2006).

Kozar-Wsteman, Troutman-Jordan(2013) conducted a quantitative study to investigate the suitability of using the successful aging inventory (SAI) in an effort to describe successful aging among older adults currently living in assisted living communities (AL) and to further assess characteristics of successful aging. Kozar-Westman, Troutman-Jordan (2013) also wanted to determine psychometric properties of the SAI when administered to ALC residents.

This research proposal intends to expand the existing knowledge by targeting a less studied group: elderly women residing in retirement homes.

As a young girl, I often sat next to my grandmother intently listening to her tell stories. Regularly spending her free time sewing quilts for another soon expected grandchild, my grandmother would often humor me and my siblings with fascinating stories of her youth. Filled with exaggerated tales of heroism and mischief, the stories eventually ended with a lesson learned or an inspiring outcome. The purpose of this discussion board is to talk about the benefits of life reviews and life stories of the older adult, to identify inferences that can be utilized to improve effective communication strategies of older adults, while incorporating the impact of culture and family values in providing quality care for older persons.

The aging of the population is a worldwide phenomenon. Since older people are living longer than ever before there are more cases of disability and also dependency. They are more at risk of losing the autonomy to carry on daily activities (Abad-Corpa et al., 2012). Administering beneficial and respectful care can be challenging. As elderly are primary clients in healthcare with frequent readmissions, declined functioning, and exacerbation of chronic diseases it is not a surprise that they often feel as a burden to their families and caregivers. Care challenges include not only making appropriate decisions about treatments and medical care, but also how to utilize the required financial and human

Erik Erikson was born in 1902 in Germany. Erikson married an American woman and moved to America where he began to work with Sigmund Freud. Erikson is responsible for giving us the psychosocial development known as the Eight Stages of Man, the Eight Stages of Man which are: Trust vs. Mistrust, Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt, Initiative vs. Inferiority, Identity vs. Role Confusion, Intimacy vs. Isolation, Generativity vs. Stagnation and Integrity vs. Despair. There is also a ninth stage, that was added by Erikson’s wife. She developed the ninth stage in their later years of life.