idea that progressive physical and mental decline are inevitable with age
The decremental model of aging suggests that as individuals age, there is a decline in physical and cognitive abilities. While this model accounts for many aspects of aging, it is considered somewhat simplistic as it does not consider individual differences in the aging process. Aging is a complex phenomenon influenced by genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors, and no single model fully captures its intricacies.
Decremental... meaning 'decrease'.
graded (local) potentials
Elizabeth Head has written: 'Cognitive function and aging in the dog' 'The canine as an animal model of human aging and dementia'
action potentials are non-decremental and do not get weaker with distance.
aging
"Aging" can either be an adjective (as in, "an aging person") or a gerund (as in, "The person was aging rapidly").
Successful aging refers to aging in a way that includes overall well-being, physical health, mental acuity, and social engagement. It involves maintaining a high quality of life and functional ability as one grows older, adapting to changes effectively, and remaining active and connected to one's community. Successful aging is a personalized journey that can be influenced by various factors such as lifestyle choices, genetics, and access to healthcare.
The book "Aging Identity: A Dialogue with Postmodernism" examines aging from a point of view that aging is not a decline, but a dynamic change. It looks at aging and the attitude towards the elderly in different cultures and the diversity of aging peoples. The book also looks at the challenges and opportunities that come with aging.
British English typically spells "aging" as "ageing."
Aging of skin due to the harmful effects of the sun is called photo aging or photoaging.
Fear of aging is called gerontophobia.