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Myths About Aging
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Physical decline is inevitable and incapacitating in old age.
While some physical decline may occur, many older adults remain active and capable.
Intelligence declines drastically as one ages.
Some aspects of intelligence such as crystallized intelligence can remain stable or even improve with age.
Healthcare systems are burdened primarily by the elderly.
Healthcare systems are burdened by a variety of factors, not solely by caring for the elderly.
Creativity decreases with age.
Creativity can persist and sometimes even flourish in older age.
Memory loss is an unavoidable part of aging.
While some memory changes may occur, significant memory loss is not an inevitable part of aging and can often be mitigated.
After a certain age, adults cannot adapt to change.
Older adults can and do adapt to change, often learning to cope with transitions effectively.
Older adults can't learn new things.
Older adults are capable of learning new skills and information.
Older adults contribute less to the economy.
Older adults contribute significantly to the economy, including through work, volunteerism, and consumer spending.
The majority of older adults have dementia.
Most older adults do not have dementia; it affects a minority of the senior population.
Aging inevitably leads to loneliness and depression.
Many older adults lead fulfilling social lives and do not experience loneliness or depression.
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