Successful aging is characterized by maintaining physical and mental health, having a positive outlook on life, and being able to adapt to change.

Common cognitive changes associated with aging include decreased memory, decreased attention span, and decreased problem-solving ability.

Common physical changes associated with aging include decreased muscle mass, decreased bone density, and decreased flexibility.

Common psychological changes associated with aging include increased anxiety, increased depression, and increased loneliness.

Common social changes associated with aging include decreased social interaction, decreased social support, and decreased social participation.

Common environmental changes associated with aging include increased exposure to pollution, increased exposure to noise, and increased exposure to crime.

Common health problems associated with aging include heart disease, stroke, and cancer.

Common disabilities associated with aging include arthritis, osteoporosis, and dementia.

Common mental health problems associated with aging include depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.

Common social problems associated with aging include poverty, isolation, and discrimination.

Common environmental problems associated with aging include pollution, climate change, and natural disasters.

Common health care problems associated with aging include lack of access to care, high cost of care, and poor quality of care.

Common long-term care problems associated with aging include nursing home care, assisted living care, and home health care.

Common end-of-life care problems associated with aging include hospice care, palliative care, and comfort care.

Common ethical problems associated with aging include euthanasia, assisted suicide, and do-not-resuscitate orders.