Slowness of sensori-motor activities in the aged

Aged persons show simultaneous weakness of the sensory organs (ear, eye, etc.) and slowness in motor functions, prolongation of integrating time, weak concentration and bad balance. All these symptoms are the consequence of ageing in general and, more particularly, of the ageing of the central nervous system.

1. Susceptibility of the old to physical ill-health
2. Social disadvantage of the aged

1. Vulnerability of the elderly under states of emergency
2. Social isolation of the elderly
3. Sexual inadequacy in the elderly
4. Inadequate housing for the aged
5. Falls of elderly
6. Age discrimination in employment

1. Loss of capacity with age

1. Mental disorders of the aged

1. Researching relationship between population structure and road accidents
2. Increasing housebound seniors' mobility
3. Ageing

1. Slowness
2. Age