Health, Disease and Disability

Often we take our health, or the absence of illness, disease, or injury for granted until we become sick. It is then that we recognize the worth of being without ailments. It is then that we appreciate feeling strong, robust and healthy. Being healthy and, being physically and mentally sound, is associated with one's satisfaction with life.         Developmental health psychologists - specialists who study the interaction of age, behavior, and health and gerontologists - specialists …

…come for more deliberate, purposeful, and thoughtful explanations of the effects of race and gender on health.         Understanding adult development requires an understanding of the relationship between health, disease, disability and aging. Understanding and not being afraid of the aging process may slow the process.          REFERENCE Oates, Joyce Carrol. (1993, Spring/Summer). The ageless self. Generations, (Vol. 17 Issue 2, p13). Schaie, Warner K. (1989, Nov). Looking ahead. World Health, pp.2-4. Health, Disease, and Disability Adult Psychology 10DEC96