and Edward S. Potkanowicz, MA, ACSM
Expiration Date: December 31, 2011.
No CE contact hours (CH) will be given after this date.
Abstract & Objectives
Abstract
The first of the Baby Boomer generation will officially enter the beginning
of old age in 2011 by turning 65. Recent research findings suggest that
if the members of this cohort group engage in certain healthy behaviors
and thought patterns in their middle years, they will experience a vital,
satisfying life in their 70s and beyond. This article reviews the existing
literature, including the results of longitudinal studies showing variables
that predicted successful aging. Focusing on a lifespan psychology perspective
of aging, the authors provide behavioral recommendations for middle age
individuals that are likely to prevent disease-related disability, cognitive
impairment, and late life depression. These include regular physical exercise,
engaging in cognitively stimulating activities, maintaining an optimistic
mental outlook, and finding meaning in life. The good news for the Baby
Boomers is that there is increasing evidence that their behavior at age
50 will impact how they feel at age 80.
Keywords: healthy aging, successful aging, late life vitality,
life-span psychology view of aging, cognitive functioning, prevention
of cognitive impairment, reducing risk of Alzheimer disease, age-related
cognitive decline, resistance training, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility
training, cognitively stimulating activities, wellness, primary prevention
of geriatric depression, older adult quality of life, authentic happiness
in late life
At the completion of this CE Module, the participant will be able to:
Paula E. Hartman-Stein Edward S. Potkanowicz
Authors
Paula E. Hartman-Stein, PhD, is founder of the Center for Healthy Aging,
a behavioral health care practice in Kent, Ohio, where she conducts psychotherapy,
cognitive evaluations, memory enhancement seminars, and family consultations
for middle age and older adults. Dr. Hartman-Stein received her M.A. from
West Virginia University and her PhD from Kent State University in clinical
psychology. She obtained additional training through the Geriatric Clinician
Development program at Case Western Reserve University. Her work regarding
assessment and therapy of older adults has been featured in numerous publications,
including her edited book, Innovative Behavioral Health Care for
Older Adults: A Guidebook for Changing Times. Her major research interest
is measuring the adaptive behaviors of older adults at risk for dementia.
She presented her research on the Behavioral Competence Inventory, a caregiver
questionnaire, at the 8th International Conference on Alzheimer
Disease and Related Disorders in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2002. She is a
senior fellow at the Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology
at the University of Akron, adjunct faculty in the College of Nursing
at Kent State University, and an online presenter for the Fielding Institute
in Santa Barbara, California. In 2001 Dr. Hartman-Stein was elected Distinguished
Practitioner in the National Academy of Practice in Psychology. She is
currently President-elect for Division 12, Section II (Clinical Geropsychology)
of the American Psychological Association. Her website is www.centerforhealthyaging.com
Edward S. Potkanowicz, M.A., ACSM is a doctoral candidate at Kent State
University where he is studying exercise physiology. Additionally, as
the Managing Coordinator of the Kent State University Senior Exercise
Program, Edward has spent a number of years working closely with the older
adult population conducting research related to thermoregulation and aging
as well as research into ways of improving and maintaining functional
fitness as it relates to the completion of the activities of daily living.
Mr. Potkanowicz has presented his research data at national conferences
and recently traveled to Fukuoka, Japan, to present data from his latest
project. Mr. Potkanowicz received his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise
Science from Youngstown State University and his Master's in Physical
Education from Kent State University. Edward is a certified member of
the American College of Sports Medicine as well a member of the American
Physiological Society, the European Group for Research in Physical Activity
and Aging, and the International Society for Aging and Physical Activity.
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