Late Adulthood: The Social Convoy
Long-term marriages are studied in terms of their unique characteristics as well as their unique benefits to the partners. Issues related to other family relationships are discussed.
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Late Adulthood:
Retirement & Options For Living
Retirement is a major psychological, emotional and financial event that occurs in late adulthood for may people. The topic is explored in terms of the wide variety of patterns that exist in the way individuals retire--life satisfaction, social adjustments, living arrangements and housing. The importance of seniors feeling they have a sense of control is examined.
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Late Adulthood: Death, Dying & Bereavement, and Widowhood
Retirement is a major psychological, emotional and financial event that occurs in late adulthood for may people. The topic is explored in terms of the wide variety of patterns that exist in the way individuals retire--life satisfaction, social adjustments, living arrangements and housing. The importance of seniors feeling they have a sense of control is examined.
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In Their Own Words: The Social Convoy
The social convoy has been described as the group of people who accompanies us on the journey known as life. It is a critical element of good adjustment and well-being at every stage of development. Seniors talk about their marriages and the issues they have dealt with through the years with varying degrees of success. The essence of these marriages can be seen in both the verbal and non-verbal messages they send each other. Through this video we see that diversity abounds as we age.

In Their Own Words:
Retirement & Options For Living
Seniors speak of their retirement planning, their expectations, and whether they were met. They demonstrate a variety of ways to move into retirement and living out the retired lifestyle. Finally, they demonstrate differences in adjusting to being retired.

In Their Own Words:
Widowhood & Integrity vs. Despair
Widows and widowers discuss the traumatic experience of losing a spouse. They describe their feelings, reactions, and how they adjusted. In a very moving way, the seniors explore the life-altering experience and the effect it had on them. The function of one's social network of friends and family is also revealed.