1. Research does not support the notion of a “midlife crisis.” Yet, both Danny and Virginia, who are in their late 40s, have been having a difficult time emotionally both at work and at home for several months now. Explain why they might be feeling this way and describe the important role that social relationships might play in their development at this stage of life.
A midlife crisis can develop in both males and females, typically triggered by a negative life changing event such as divorce, death of parent or loved one, the realization on your own mortality, or major career changes to name a few. Typically occurs between the ages of 45 to 60 years old ("Therapy for Midlife Crisis, Therapist for Midlife Crisis," 2015). While it is not an illness, …show more content…
They can give you a guild line to follow and let you see when you stray. Friends provide a healthy alternative to family and acquaintances. They offer support, direction, guidance, and a change of pace from usual routines. Although many young adults manage to maintain at least some friendships, family, school, and work can become greater concerns for middle adults. Social relationships are a key element of well-being and it has been said having a strong social group of friends can have lifelong and cumulative effects on health over the life course. Social and emotional support is an important with social interaction during the time of midlife and beyond ("Convoy Model: Explaining Social Relations From a Multidisciplinary Perspective | The Gerontologist | Oxford Academic," 2013). Relationships at midlife are important to physical and mental health but also can present stressful …show more content…
Exercise can help people take charge of their health and maintain the level of fitness necessary for an active, independent lifestyle. A balanced, nutritious diet is essential to good health. Some adults tend to put on weight as they age. This is generally due to changes in hormones, overeating, and inactivity. The best way to lose body fat is to eat fewer calories, especially from saturated fats, and to participate in aerobic exercises. Balance and agility are important capabilities often taken for granted. Regular exercise can help to maintain or restore them. Sleep and rest are great rejuvenators. With age, sleep patterns may change. Be sure to include breaks in your daily exercise program, especially if you sleep fewer than eight hours each night. Allow your midlife to be a time of creative change. Although it may be painful at first, it can be your greatest opportunity for having the life you want or gaining a sense of peace ("Midlife | Psychology Today," n.d.).
References
Chronic Disease Overview | Publications | Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion | CDC. (2017, June 28). Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/overview/index.htm
Convoy Model: Explaining Social Relations
A midlife crisis can develop in both males and females, typically triggered by a negative life changing event such as divorce, death of parent or loved one, the realization on your own mortality, or major career changes to name a few. Typically occurs between the ages of 45 to 60 years old ("Therapy for Midlife Crisis, Therapist for Midlife Crisis," 2015). While it is not an illness, …show more content…
They can give you a guild line to follow and let you see when you stray. Friends provide a healthy alternative to family and acquaintances. They offer support, direction, guidance, and a change of pace from usual routines. Although many young adults manage to maintain at least some friendships, family, school, and work can become greater concerns for middle adults. Social relationships are a key element of well-being and it has been said having a strong social group of friends can have lifelong and cumulative effects on health over the life course. Social and emotional support is an important with social interaction during the time of midlife and beyond ("Convoy Model: Explaining Social Relations From a Multidisciplinary Perspective | The Gerontologist | Oxford Academic," 2013). Relationships at midlife are important to physical and mental health but also can present stressful …show more content…
Exercise can help people take charge of their health and maintain the level of fitness necessary for an active, independent lifestyle. A balanced, nutritious diet is essential to good health. Some adults tend to put on weight as they age. This is generally due to changes in hormones, overeating, and inactivity. The best way to lose body fat is to eat fewer calories, especially from saturated fats, and to participate in aerobic exercises. Balance and agility are important capabilities often taken for granted. Regular exercise can help to maintain or restore them. Sleep and rest are great rejuvenators. With age, sleep patterns may change. Be sure to include breaks in your daily exercise program, especially if you sleep fewer than eight hours each night. Allow your midlife to be a time of creative change. Although it may be painful at first, it can be your greatest opportunity for having the life you want or gaining a sense of peace ("Midlife | Psychology Today," n.d.).
References
Chronic Disease Overview | Publications | Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion | CDC. (2017, June 28). Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/overview/index.htm
Convoy Model: Explaining Social Relations