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Growing Old in a New Age

Season 1 · Episode 6

Intellect, Personality, and Mental Health

0.058mFebruary 5, 1993

Examines intellectual function and the nature of personality. Gerontologists describe longitudinal and cross-sectional research designs to study intellect and personality over the lifespan. Elders discuss mental health and stress-reduction techniques.

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Episodes

Episode 1Myths and Realities of Aging
Episode 2How the Body Ages
Episode 3Maximizing Physical Potential of Older Adults
Episode 4Love, Intimacy, and Sexuality
Episode 5Learning, Memory, and Speed of Behavior
Episode 6Intellect, Personality, and Mental Health
Episode 7Social Roles and Relationships in Old Age
Episode 8Family and Intergenerational Relationships
Episode 9Work, Retirement, and Economic Status
Episode 10Illness and Disability
Episode 11Death, Dying, and Beaeavement
Episode 12Societal and Political Aspects of Aging
Episode 13The Future of Aging