How Do We Measure Successful Aging?
[27 October 2003 - SAGECrossroads.net] Researchers are moving forward in their search to uncover interventions that could slow or reverse the effects of aging. With the public hungry for results, there is great attention on how we will be able to test outcomes from these new discoveries and gauge our longevity. SAGECrossroads.net will host a debate tomorrow addressing whether a 'gold standard' measure of aging can be found and whether the resources needed for the search are a worthwhile investment. ...
ageing as exile?
This blog explores the intersection of aging, creativity, purpose, transition, learning and well-being. It is edited by Steve Dahlberg.
"Exile is the cradle of nationality," according to Michael Higgins, Ireland's former minister of arts, culture and the Gaeltacht. We should "presuppose a sort of dialogue among exiles" who are together in a new place. Viewing ageing as "exile" offers a new (and positive) perspective about exile and ageing - one that can lead to older people better understanding their common "nationality" of what it means to be fully human - to be part of a greater whole.
0 Comments:
Post a Comment
<< Home