Redefining old age
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 มิ.ย. 2024
- CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with experts about the distinctions between normal and abnormal aging as it affects memory issues, a workforce continuing beyond traditional retirement age, and the testing of surgeons who currently work without age limits. (This story was originally broadcast on February 18, 2024.)
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People have no respect for their elders. My Dad lived to 95 and was sharp as a tack! He wasn’t a physical force, but walked every day, but mentally, he was amazing! His memory was phenomenal as well. You can learn so much from your elders…I do agree with this testing, though. Every person is different…
My dad is 90 and still sharp, but he’s lost his vision and he was smart enough to retire his pilots license in his 60’s. There’s a difference between being sharp and being safe.
@@Cwgrlup My Dad didn’t have mush vision either, but. Relieve me, his other senses were amped up bc of it… he was safe. I was there…
This isn’t about respect, it’s about being able to be onl top of your game if you are still working into your senior years. I work with people, some in their 50’s some into their 70’s, and across the board you will find people in different age groups that shouldn’t be doing the work.
Elders have no respect for younger generations.
@@Cwgrlup My friend's dad finally gave up his license at 95. My buddy said he didn't like the idea of his dad driving Dallas freeways that were filled w/idiots.
fun fact: When I was 8 years old, I had surgery on my kidney and the surgeon who was doing the surgery felt weird and had a hard time doing the surgery/cognitive issues so the next day got evaluated turned out he had a large life threatening brain tumor. He was mortified and disclosed all of this to my parents and got a second doctor to double check his work, it turns out he did a perfect job because it has been 19 years and my kidneys are still going strong and the doctor also made a full recovery from the brain tumor and is still practicing!
The message I got from this is to stay physically active in order to remain physically active.
When I was in nursing school, I assisted a Doctor who had Parkinson’s. She did a circumcircium for a newborn. It ruined my life as a nurse. I was horrified with her shaking as she cut. She did retire soon after that, but I will never forget it.
Omg this story came at a perfect time! I am meeting with a 70 year old surgeon and while I Believe in his wisdom and experience for my case I’m unsure how I feel about him operating.
It isn’t the age it is about the mental capabilities.
The people that I speak with who are above 90 years old, and are tech savvy are the amazing ones that I like to speak with!
The late writer and columnist Roger Angell wrote a fantastic essay called "This Old Man." With humor and grace, he acknowledges the physical and emotional realities of aging, as well as addressing some of the younger set's misperceptions about their elders. I highly recommend it as a complement to this very good segment.
It's a big difference running the one of the biggest country doing a most stressful job and having a good lifestyle ,being youngish. 😮 Older people should be advisers, we need a wisdom,but staying in the back and help the younger generation.
My 70 year old sister lives in L.A., her hair is still kept long, and she still gets it (expensively) dyed pretty shades of browns, and caramel. She walk about 4 miles a day, and practices INTERMITTENT FASTING, eats a lot of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains (very little sugar, no junk food)….she’s still a size 6 like she was in her 20’s. She plays tennis, and swims. I have friends’ parents who live in MONTANA that are ALSO 70……..it’s a night and day difference!!! The Montana people LOOK 20 years older than my 70 year old sister, they eat junk food, little, or no vegetables, drink soda, and consume processed food, and tons of sugar. The women have their hair chopped off in “granny dos”, and their skin is completely wrinkled. ……….VERY INTERESTING the differences of L.A. (healthy SoCal lifestyle), and Butte, Montana!!!! 🤷🏼♂️🤔🤷🏼♂️🤔
I am 67 and have a pixie style short hair cut and do NOT dye it anymore, it's salt & pepper gray. I have had more compliments from both men and women on my hair now than I ever did when it was long and every color of the rainbow...I don't think short hair on an older woman is indicative of her looking any older...
LA healthy lifestyle😂😂
@@therealjd1503 I know right?? I laughed at that part too. LA is a DUMPSTER FIRE 🔥
@@Julieglam3 I know, right? And enough with the bull***t about being a size 6. Channel some of that energy into reading, doing some kind of art, and volunteering at the food bank. Signed 71, fully gray, eating lots of fruits and vegetables but also the occasional treat. So very done with "what men like" -- but then I have one very good one, all my own.
@@Julieglam3 ……NOT if you live in Calabasas, or Malibu (like my sister).
I had a knee surgeon who operated on me then when I returned for additional imaging he forgot what he was looking at in my MRI as we were talking. I changed surgeons and reported him to the administration. They did nothing. Far as I know, he’s still cutting people up.
My Great-Grandma lived to be 94 to this day In miss her.
My great uncle went back to his hometown of Italy when he was 90. He lived to be 104.
Indeed surgeons should be tested.
Lots of my favorite rock stars are in their seventies and eighties now.
Many musicians die in their 60's and younger because of the lifestyle. The Stones are a miracle.
Last not assume that people have all their mental and physical faculties just because they are young.
I have spoken with many seniors over the past decade and one thing is clear. The best asset you can have in older age is a sharp mind and a positive mind. Those two go hand-in-hand, to create a better life in old age for anybody. There are people that I’ve spoken with who seem to have given up on life by the age of 70, and yet there are a few people who I’ve spoken with, who are over the age of 90 who are very tech savvy and very active and have a sharp mind. so again, keep your mind sharp because it is your greatest asset.
it is about cognitive abilities, skills, abilities. What is wrong with "retiring" and moving on to doing other things you've only dreamed about?
Nothing. If you can afford to do it.
Thank You!
After I turned 65, my friends and family grew ever more concerned about my forgetfulness. And, they also claimed I couldn't remember some things.
I’m 72 and go to the gym everyday and do weights and hard aerobic exercise..you have to make the effort !
Over the years I’ve spoke with quite a few people your age who seemed like they’ve given up on life already.
67 and workout daily! Exercise is key!
What about all of the people who quite literally cannot afford to retire? These people might not have high pressure jobs with lives depending on them, but many do not wish to work and simply must in order to survive.
I am very physical. I work as gardener. And eat great. But I forget little stuff. But memories of youth come up clear too 4 years old. More. The long past. I'm 65. Its just starting.
Paul McCartney is 82 years old, and Ringo Starr is 83. Both exercise daily, have followed a vegetarian diet for decades, and are still performing world-wide with various concert tours. My Grandma lived to age 99, lived in her own house until age 94, and kept her mind and body active into her 90's. Like anyone who is a senior citizen, our lifestyle has much to do with our physical wellbeing.
I've been following a vegetarian diet and no smoking for 55 years. I'll be 90 in the fall of this year. Love vegetarian food. It's delicious!
State judges in MI have to retire at 70. I prefer having someone who is still functional and all their marbles versus a new person on the court who is still "learning."
As an advocate and practitioner of life-long learning, my concern about aging surgeons and physicians is the question: "Are you keeping up with the latest technologies, best practices and techniques or coasting and complacent with skills and dogma from your earlier days?"
The surgeons test they present is amazing and while none of us can easily face our own decline - that test should be available to every US citizen - and especially those in roles where lives are at stake. Knowing where you stand objectively, factually, and based in science is such a gift!!
I went to step of aging. In my opinion I was fine until 80.Its worse then 70 but better the 90.❤
Should there be a federal mandate for seniors to be retested for driving abilities.
I live in an area that the retiree’s have bombarded the last 7 years. New neighbor’s came back from DMV & said wow license good for 10 years, we passed the eye exam. She said not sure if I want to be driving at 89! My thought was just cause it hasn’t expired doesn’t mean you should drive right? Ya be weaving & bobbing here cause most of the retiree’s should not be driving. They’re doing 40 out of this development, the limit is 25. There is no mass transportation here, limited cabs/uber/lyft. So yes some mandate cause your vision changes as you age as well as reaction time, etc. Watched a man probably early 70’s this morning looking for his parked vehicle at grocery store parking lot. Am waiting for pick-up & said to self why doesn’t he click his fob? It’s enlightening observing the retiree’s here!😊
Routine screening for all, if it does what they say, is truly a great idea. Why isn't it required for the highest position in the country? To be a president I want to vote for, he/she must bring strong foresight, decision making and diplomatic skills. And be able to put these skills into action, to lead our country now and into future generations. Without these things as a base, what is the point really?
We were tired of being snowbirds, so at age 77 for me and 75 for her we bought a farm. 53 acres and it keeps us busy. Her chickens, my barn cats, barn and equipment and we are having the time of our lives. My wife’s chickens lay eggs that go to the local churches food bank. I get to play farmer with the family we partner with. They let me do some light work and even some plowing every year. I’ve lost 72 pounds and the dr is talking no more meds for me. Yahoo!
Distraction is the worst.
I misplaced more things when i was working. Now im retired, i misplace less; more time to pay attention
My mind is Very Good 👍💯..... It's my body that's giving ME problems ... I won't get into that Now.....😊 just my opinion
People age differently after 40. I've seen people in their 60s look and act like they're in their 80s. My cousins are in their 60s and look like they're in their early 40s.
Well said ! My husband's almost 12 yrs. younger & looks & acts older than I do . How well all of us age is a combination of heredity , health issues & life style choices which include a positive outlook , exercise , eating well , non- smoking , etc. 🥰
This article has been exemplary in stating how an elder person needs a path toward stepping down from a work-related position with dignity and understanding. That being said, it has become extremely clear that President Biden should do the right thing by stepping down. Will his massive ego allow him to do this? Time will tell.
Another thing I’ve noticed with all the seniors I’ve spoke with over the past decade. It seems like the first mental capabilities to go are mathematics and reading comprehension.
What about the unprecedented heartbreak and relentless heartache of stigmatized, disenfranchised and marginalized elder orphans? Oh dear me... the trauma and torment of being socially ostracized and isolated is stunning and, quite honestly, at the end of the day, shocking! This is my truth. I'm 76 years "YOUNG"
I define old age as; cruel and unusual punishment penalty for takeing care of your health in younger days.
They will probably be able to stop the aging process sometime in the feature. But I'll be long gone
Focusing on function and not chronological age makes sense.
I'm age 73. I don't worry if I cannot remember a persons name because I know I will remember later. Fortunately, my mind is still clear 98% of the time. I have no brain fog as long as I get a good nights rest. I attribute using Functional Medicine for going on 15 years now which includes taking ZERO drugs, eating an organic, nutrient-rich dietary protocol. taking the supplements my blood labs tell me I need (this keep my metabolic system optimized) daily exercise with my rescue dog that gives meaning to my life.
No matter the ages as long take care of themselves, don't be lazy but some of them are afraid if it's ok or not...
Unrealistic. Many people do not retire due to financial issues. Cognitive tests assist in helping all find their place.
Trump has a lot of energy and is doing well. I’ve seen him live and boy I was impressed
RFK Jr.: Do you want a president who surfs?
Hi
3 years younger going make a difference?
Too focused on tests…we are not robots and we are unique……
Okay .. Doctor's Don't have ALL the answers..& Yes some should retire..... just my opinion 😊
exactly
When you can't accept that you lost just because you don't want to look bad you are too young.
Or maybe you're a malignant narcissist
@@LindaC616...is that trump or Biden you are referring to...????
@maxlinder5262 you know darn well it's trump. Nobody has ever accused Joe of being a narcissist. Quite the opposite
@@maxlinder5262 Ha! Good one! Jill Stein 2024
Now I am trying to talk Brenda off the cliff. I am convinced that Biden is our only hope. She just returned from CA half sick & feels so frustrated.
You either lose your marbles or become stubborn, unrelenting monsters, going by the debate :(
Sucks to be a boomer outlive your savings
Most boomers did not save. They just take what they want from the younger generations.
If trump wins, can he run for another term. I think he would be in his last 80’s Is that possible?!
Needing Jill, Obama, or a couple of Easter bunnies to assist you finding your way off a 10x10 stage, with one set of stairs?
How about the issue of a twice impeached, convicted felon? Don't normalize criminal behavior vs. aging.
Hmmm, beauty pageants 👑 lol
Its not just his age......its his dementia.
Yea something is not right there. I played numerous other debates with Joe B when he faced off against Paul Ryan in the past and totally different guy.
Just give up
LOL..😅😂...
So, vote for Trump. Got it