What Is The Cultural Process Of Aging

The cultural age group is between twenty through sixty and made up of nurses. The majority of the group is females with a mix of ethnic heritage. The belief is that aging is a natural part of life and to allow the natural process. Although, most have the idea to slow the aging process by taking care of oneself. As one ages, it is believed if you have a positive mindset then positive things will come one’s way providing graceful aging. Other believes that a negative mindset that can bring on stress and illness. The changing body through the aging process can cause a great amount of stress for some. Change is a constant in every part of life. Therefore, change can be perceived both in a positive and negative way. Some transition easily through the process of change while others have a difficult time with …show more content…
Some have complications from chronic illness or new onset of illness. Through the support of coworkers, friends, family they found it helped may the process of change is made easier. With the majority of the group being women, family is a top priority. When the balance between work and family become unbalanced this can lead to a great deal of stress. Many have a hard time dealing with the stress of their jobs and this in turn has lead people to turn to drugs, alcohol, and some smoke cigarettes. Additionally, stress can lead to depression and other mental health issues. Bipolar disorder is present within this group and the diagnosis is felt to have a negative stigma attached to it. This stigma can lead to people not seeking treatment or under treating their mental health issues. Therefore, they keep the disease to themselves for fear of being