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| 2011 - Aging-General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2011.1) | 20 |
Number of participants reporting improved knowledge regarding life span behavior and decisions that affect health and well-being (such as enhanced knowledge of: positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
| 2011.2) | 20 |
Number of participants who reported intentions to improve healthy lifestyles and behaviors (including enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
| 2011.4) | 5 |
Number of participants who can recognize warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia |
| 2011.3) | 20 |
Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills (such as enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, social activity, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
Author: Lynnette Allen
Major Program: Aging-General
After the age of 65, physical changes, medical conditions, and medication usage can increase a person’s risk of falling. While not all falls are serious, falls continue to remain the leading cause of injury and injury-related death among older adults in the United States. Seniors often develop the fear of falling and become less physically and socially active, and therefore become more dependent and less confident. Knowing the risks and being familiar with fall-prevention measures can help
