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Which of the following topics is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the presentation requirements?
Which of the following topics is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the presentation requirements?
What percentage of the overall assessment is the group presentation worth?
What percentage of the overall assessment is the group presentation worth?
What should individual reflective writings primarily reflect upon?
What should individual reflective writings primarily reflect upon?
What is NOT a required element of the group presentation?
What is NOT a required element of the group presentation?
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By what date must students submit their topics for individual reflective writings for teacher comments?
By what date must students submit their topics for individual reflective writings for teacher comments?
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Which of the following is NOT advised as part of the group reflective writing process?
Which of the following is NOT advised as part of the group reflective writing process?
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What is the projected number of persons aged 65 or over in the world by 2050?
What is the projected number of persons aged 65 or over in the world by 2050?
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Which region is expected to see the highest percentage increase in persons aged 65 or over by 2050?
Which region is expected to see the highest percentage increase in persons aged 65 or over by 2050?
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How many persons aged 65 or over were recorded in Europe and Northern America in 2019?
How many persons aged 65 or over were recorded in Europe and Northern America in 2019?
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Which region is projected to have the smallest increase in persons aged 65 or over by 2050?
Which region is projected to have the smallest increase in persons aged 65 or over by 2050?
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What is the primary focus of gerontology?
What is the primary focus of gerontology?
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What was the number of persons aged 65 or over in Eastern and South-Eastern Asia in 2019?
What was the number of persons aged 65 or over in Eastern and South-Eastern Asia in 2019?
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Which factor is commonly associated with longevity as seen in Jeanne Calment's life?
Which factor is commonly associated with longevity as seen in Jeanne Calment's life?
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What is a common misconception about aging that might be addressed in social gerontology?
What is a common misconception about aging that might be addressed in social gerontology?
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What is the projected growth in the number of persons aged 65 or over in Central and Southern Asia by 2050?
What is the projected growth in the number of persons aged 65 or over in Central and Southern Asia by 2050?
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Which region is expected to have the largest number of older adults in 2050?
Which region is expected to have the largest number of older adults in 2050?
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Which aspect of aging is typically focused on in healthcare for the elderly?
Which aspect of aging is typically focused on in healthcare for the elderly?
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Which lifestyle habit contributed to Jeanne Calment's longevity?
Which lifestyle habit contributed to Jeanne Calment's longevity?
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What percentage increase in persons aged 65 or over is expected for Latin America and the Caribbean by 2050?
What percentage increase in persons aged 65 or over is expected for Latin America and the Caribbean by 2050?
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What demographic trend is highlighted regarding the elderly population?
What demographic trend is highlighted regarding the elderly population?
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What activity did Jeanne Calment continue to participate in until age 100?
What activity did Jeanne Calment continue to participate in until age 100?
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Which of the following concepts is important when discussing longevity?
Which of the following concepts is important when discussing longevity?
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Which region is projected to have the largest number of persons aged 65 or over in 2050?
Which region is projected to have the largest number of persons aged 65 or over in 2050?
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What is the percentage change in the number of persons aged 65 or over for Northern Africa and Western Asia from 2019 to 2050?
What is the percentage change in the number of persons aged 65 or over for Northern Africa and Western Asia from 2019 to 2050?
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By what percentage is the global population aged 65 and over expected to increase between 2019 and 2050?
By what percentage is the global population aged 65 and over expected to increase between 2019 and 2050?
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In 2019, which region had the smallest number of persons aged 65 or over?
In 2019, which region had the smallest number of persons aged 65 or over?
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Which region is projected to experience the largest increase in the number of individuals aged 65 or over?
Which region is projected to experience the largest increase in the number of individuals aged 65 or over?
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What total number of persons aged 65 or over is expected for the world in 2050?
What total number of persons aged 65 or over is expected for the world in 2050?
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Which of the following regions is expected to have over 100 million persons aged 65 or over by 2050?
Which of the following regions is expected to have over 100 million persons aged 65 or over by 2050?
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Which region is expected to see the smallest relative increase in persons aged 65 or over between 2019 and 2050?
Which region is expected to see the smallest relative increase in persons aged 65 or over between 2019 and 2050?
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What is a major factor contributing to the increased demand for healthcare services in Hong Kong?
What is a major factor contributing to the increased demand for healthcare services in Hong Kong?
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What defines life expectancy?
What defines life expectancy?
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Which region has the highest life expectancy according to the statistics provided?
Which region has the highest life expectancy according to the statistics provided?
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What is one of the factors that can influence higher life expectancy?
What is one of the factors that can influence higher life expectancy?
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What is the difference between life expectancy and life span?
What is the difference between life expectancy and life span?
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What impact does an aging population have on younger age groups?
What impact does an aging population have on younger age groups?
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Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to higher life expectancy?
Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to higher life expectancy?
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In what year was the global life expectancy data referenced in the content?
In what year was the global life expectancy data referenced in the content?
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Study Notes
Presentation Outline
- Each student group is required to prepare a PowerPoint presentation based on one of the listed topics related to elderly issues:
- Elderly abuse
- Elderly suicide
- Death and dying
- Elderly living alone
- Elderly depression
- Presentations should include:
- Recent phenomena related to the chosen topic
- Potential signs and symptoms
- Causes or risk factors
- Possible treatments, preventive measures, health educations, special care
- Group's perspectives and reflections
- Encourage class discussion
- PowerPoint presentations must be submitted two days before the presentation date (December 7th, 2024).
Assessment Criteria
- Group presentation (50%)
- Evidence-based arguments
- Minimum of two APA-formatted references (Wikipedia is not acceptable)
- Thorough discussion, coherent, and clear presentation
- Group reflective writing (50%):
- Due December 23rd, 2024
- Reflect on the group's perspectives, discussions, and observations
- Avoid simply repeating PowerPoint content.
- Individual reflective writing (20%)
- Due December 23rd, 2024
- 800-word reflection on the overall module learning experiences
- Focus on individual reflections and perspectives on any discussed topics
- Submit topics to the teacher for feedback no later than December 9th, 2024.
Presentation Topics
- Elderly depression
- Elderly death and dying education
- Elderly suicide
- Elderly abuse
- Elderly dementia
- Elderly living alone
- Health care for the Elderly
Suggested Readings
- Aronson, L. (2019). Elderhood: Redefining Aging, Transforming Medicine, Reimagining Life. NY: Bloomsbury Publishing USA.
- Hulko, W., & Stern, L. (2019). Gerontological Social Work in Action: Anti-Oppressive Practice with Older Adults, their Families, and Communities. London: Taylor and Francis Ltd.
- Rizzo, V. M. (2019). Gerontological Social Work and the Grand Challenges: Focusing on Policy and Practice (1st Edition). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland AG.
- Hooyman, N. R., & Kawamoto, K. Y., & Kiyak, H. A. (2017). Social Gerontology: A Multidisciplinary Perspective (10th Edition). US: Pearson.
- Hooyman, N. R., Kawamoto, K. Y., & Kiyak, H. A. (2015). Aging matters: An introduction to social gerontology. New York: Pearson.
- 安老服務科。(2019)。《處理虐待長者個案程序指引》(二零一九年修訂)。香港：社會福利署。
Learning Outcomes
- Define geriatrics, gerontology, and social gerontology.
- Define aging.
- Understand the demographics of the aging population in Hong Kong and worldwide.
- Discuss the concepts of life expectancy and lifespan.
Global Aging Trends
- By 2050, one in six people globally will be over 65 (16%), compared to one in eleven in 2019 (9%).
- The number of people 75 and older is expected to increase from 0.57 million (7.9%) to 1.40 million (18.3%).
Aging Population in Hong Kong
- Lower fertility rate
- Rising longevity (high life expectancy)
- Higher proportion of older adults
- These factors lead to increased demand on healthcare and community services and a greater burden on the younger age groups.
Life Expectancy and Life Span
- Life Expectancy: The average length of time a person is expected to live, based on statistical averages.
- Life Span: The maximum number of years a person, animal, or thing can exist. For humans, the lifespan is said to be 122 years.
Factors Influencing Higher Life Expectancy
- Improved sanitation and hygiene
- Advances in medicine and healthcare
- Greater access to food and nutrition
- Improved living conditions
- Reduced infant mortality rates
- Enhanced education and awareness about health
- Improved safety and security
- Increased awareness of risk factors for chronic diseases
- Stronger social support networks.
Impacts of Aging Population
- Positive and negative impacts on society, economy, and communities.
- The increasing number of older adults can lead to a strain on resources such as healthcare and social services.
- There are also benefits, such as greater experience and wisdom, and increased economic activity.
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This presentation outline focuses on critical topics related to elderly issues, including abuse, suicide, and living alone. Students will prepare PowerPoint presentations that explore recent phenomena, signs, causes, and treatment options while encouraging class discussions. Presentations are due December 7th, 2024, with reflective writing due later.
