Later Adulthood

51 years and above

Emotional adjustment, coping with change in lifestyle, family, health etc., empty nest syndrome, financial insecurities, dying well

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1. Energy levels, strength and health start showing some deterioration but still some stay active and healthy

2. Some aspects of organ functioning declines

1. Most people are mentally alert

2. Although there is a slight deterioration in intelligence and memory some learn to cope and comprehend

1. Retirement offers to explore new interests and opportunities

2. As people start to learn the meaning of life they also learn to cope with the losses and immediate deaths around them

3. Searching for the meaning of life assumes central importance and relationship with family and friends can provide important support

4. Sharp increase in the spiritual quotient is noticeable