This subfield studies health and aging issues in Canada, including health policies, geriatric medicine, and aging-related diseases.
Demographics: The study of age distribution, mortality, and birth rates of a given population with a focus on elderly people.
Lifespan Development: The study of the biological, cognitive, and social processes that transform human beings from infancy to old age.
Public Health: The study of healthcare policy, healthcare systems, and programs that aim to promote and preserve the health of entire communities.
Gerontology: The scientific study of old age and the aging process, including biological, psychological, and social aspects.
Aging and Society: The study of social, cultural, and economic factors that influence the experience of aging at both a personal and societal level.
Health and Wellness: The study of practices and behaviors that promote physical and mental health for seniors, including nutrition, physical activity, and stress management techniques.
Caregiving: The study of the complex set of responsibilities and demands placed on individuals who are responsible for the daily care of aging loved ones.
Dementia and Cognitive Impairment: The study of cognitive decline, including types of dementia, risk factors, and treatment options.
End-of-Life Care: The study of addressing the needs of the elderly as they approach the end of their lives, including hospice care and palliative care.
Policy and Advocacy: The advocacy for the rights and needs of the elderly in legal, social, and political contexts.
Medicine and Biology: The study of the biological aspects of aging, including chronic diseases, medicine management for chronic illnesses, and factors that lead to longevity.
Aging and Economics: The study of the economic implications of an aging population, including the impact on healthcare costs and strategies to support an aging workforce.
Social Gerontology: The study of the social aspects of aging, including social support, social networks, and social inclusion of the elderly.
Ageism and Discrimination: The study of age discrimination and ageism within social and cultural contexts, including in healthcare settings.
Mental Health: The study of the challenges and mental health issues commonly associated with aging, including depression and loneliness.
Physical Health & Aging: This pertains to the changes in the body that happen due to aging, such as loss of eyesight, hearing or mobility.
Mental Health & Aging: This refers to the changes in an individual's cognitive abilities due to aging, such as Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
Social Health & Aging: This pertains to an individual's social interactions and relationships. Social isolation, emotional support, and social networks are factors that influence this kind of health.
Financial Health & Aging: This refers to an individual's financial situation when ageing or after retiring, such as having enough income sources, life savings, and reduction of income streams or sources.
Spirituality and Aging: Spiritual practices like meditation and mindfulness can help to reduce stress, loneliness, and anxiety among the elderly.
Community & Aging: This pertains to an individual's involvement in their community and its ability to meet their needs, such as transportation and social engagement.
Access & Aging: This refers to an individual's ability to access the health and social resources, such as healthcare, supportive housing, and transportation.
End-of-Life Health & Aging: This refers to an individual's end-of-life care, such as the care received during palliative care, home health care, or hospice care.
Sexual Health & Aging: This pertains to the physical, emotional, and mental well-being around a person's sexual life as they age.