Ageing, Healthy, and in Control: An Alternative Approach to Maintaining the Health of Older People |
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... given by the individual . Nor is diagnosis always straightforward , for some conditions such as pain , depression and , perhaps old age itself , do not submit to physical tests which can confirm or deny their existence . Yet self - help ...
... given by the individual . Nor is diagnosis always straightforward , for some conditions such as pain , depression and , perhaps old age itself , do not submit to physical tests which can confirm or deny their existence . Yet self - help ...
Page 151
... given . When a ' problem ' area is found , sufficient pressure is applied to act deeply , per- haps causing the sensation of discomfort , but stopping short of being painful . The degree and type of pressure depends upon many factors ...
... given . When a ' problem ' area is found , sufficient pressure is applied to act deeply , per- haps causing the sensation of discomfort , but stopping short of being painful . The degree and type of pressure depends upon many factors ...
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... people maintain for themselves , and the less physical support given , increases their physical activity , thereby helping to maintain their fitness and mobility . The purpose of caring should be to encourage older people 207 SOCIAL ISSUES.
... people maintain for themselves , and the less physical support given , increases their physical activity , thereby helping to maintain their fitness and mobility . The purpose of caring should be to encourage older people 207 SOCIAL ISSUES.
Contents
reasserting personal control | 64 |
combating loneliness | 82 |
Diet and nutrition | 98 |
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