Family dynamics

How might cultural factors affect family dynamics in meeting the needs of an older adult? What are some unique features of cultural difference in the United States that would affect these interactions?

Of the four primary cultural values in Western cultures, what is one you think might not be shared in some other places?

What is your rationale for your belief?

What might be some strategies for addressing ethical dilemmas common in caring for older adults?

How might your discipline contribute to the resolution of some of these dilemmas?

Have you ever been in the position of witnessing a form of elder abuse?

Why might elder abuse be so prevalent, and what might be the role of your discipline in reducing its incidence?

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