Learning Outcomes

  • Describe sensory changes that occur during middle adulthood
  • Identify health concerns in middle adulthood 
  • Explain what occurs during the climacteric for females and males 
  • Explain the importance of sleep and consequences of sleep deprivation 
  • Describe the importance of exercise and nutrition for optimal health 
  • Describe brain functioning in middle adulthood
  • Describe crystalized versus fluid intelligence 
  • Summarize Erikson’s seventh psychosocial task of generativity vs stagnation 
  • Describe the relationships middle-aged adults have with their children, parents, and other family member