Write short note : Old age

Old age ranges from 60 years to death. Old people have to adjust to their environment. In some cases, the death of a spouse leads to loneliness, The characteristics of old age are as follows:

• Old age is a period of decline in physical and mental capacities. Individuals in this stage also face certain health issues. 
• There are individual differences in the impact of aging.
• Old age is judged by different criteria, e.g. society tends to judge age in terms of physical appearance and activities. 
• There are many stereotypes about old people. 
• Most stereotypes are unfavourable. 
• Elderly people have a minority-group status. 
• Aging requires role changes. 
• Adjustment is poor during old age. 
• The desire to be young is seen in old age.