Health Management for Older Adults III - Loss of Independence in the Elderly -- Independence and Dependence

< i > Loss of Independence in the Elderly -- Independence and Dependence

Independence is the dimension of autonomy which in the elderly, is connected to level of functioning, and the ability to perform activities of daily living without assistance

In contrast, dependence is the loss of ability to function independently and autonomously in the activities of daily living, and in fulfilling meaningful social roles