As we age, many things change. We get wrinkles, our hair changes to shades of gray and white, we retire, we may or may not have grandchildren. However, many things remain the same. We have a lot of the same interests, we have the same likes and dislikes, and we have the same basic needs. These basic needs are evident throughout all of our lives. However, some people may think that as we age our need and desire to love and be loved is diminished. After viewing the movie “The Age of Love” my eyes have really been opened to some new concepts about love in older adults. We viewed this movie as part of an assignment for our gerontology class. After the movie there was a panel discussion and we were able to ask questions.
“The Age of Love”
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It is sad that there are so many taboos they must face every day. There was one quote from a speed dater named Addie (2014) that really struck me “I have to be out there. I haven’t changed. Just because I’m older, I have not changed. The essence of who I am is always there.” Even though this is a simple quote it really is the truth. No matter how old you are, you are still you. Your values are still your values, and you still have the same biological needs. The need to be loved doesn’t just turn off once you hit a certain age. This need to be loved isn’t just replaced by your kids and grandkids. You still need to be loved and you still want to have a companion to do things with you until the end of your …show more content…
I really never thought about how older adults would become lonely without a significant other to share their experiences with. As I assumed they filled their time with friends and grandkids. I am very disappointed in myself for this narrow-minded thinking. However, I am so pleased to have had this opportunity to watch this movie to get me really thinking about this topic. After watching this movie, I understand that there is a big need for education. Older adults need to be educated on safe ways to meet potential intimate partners, and they also need to be educated on safe sexual practices. Along with this the older adult needs to be assured that these relationships are a normal natural part of life and not to be ashamed. Along with educating the older adult, families and healthcare workers (nurses, physicians, and CNA’S) need to be educated on why these relationships are important and how to support a healthy
“The Age of Love”
During …show more content…
It is sad that there are so many taboos they must face every day. There was one quote from a speed dater named Addie (2014) that really struck me “I have to be out there. I haven’t changed. Just because I’m older, I have not changed. The essence of who I am is always there.” Even though this is a simple quote it really is the truth. No matter how old you are, you are still you. Your values are still your values, and you still have the same biological needs. The need to be loved doesn’t just turn off once you hit a certain age. This need to be loved isn’t just replaced by your kids and grandkids. You still need to be loved and you still want to have a companion to do things with you until the end of your …show more content…
I really never thought about how older adults would become lonely without a significant other to share their experiences with. As I assumed they filled their time with friends and grandkids. I am very disappointed in myself for this narrow-minded thinking. However, I am so pleased to have had this opportunity to watch this movie to get me really thinking about this topic. After watching this movie, I understand that there is a big need for education. Older adults need to be educated on safe ways to meet potential intimate partners, and they also need to be educated on safe sexual practices. Along with this the older adult needs to be assured that these relationships are a normal natural part of life and not to be ashamed. Along with educating the older adult, families and healthcare workers (nurses, physicians, and CNA’S) need to be educated on why these relationships are important and how to support a healthy