Discuss the concept of self-actualisation. Why is this concept important when supporting the independence and wellbeing of clients in the community services sector? Question 2 Physical and

Within aged care.
Question 1
Discuss the concept of self-actualisation. Why is this concept important when supporting the independence and wellbeing of clients in the community services sector?
Question 2
Physical and mental health is vital for individuals in maintaining positive wellbeing. Provide an example of what people can do for themselves to promote positive health and wellbeing and what can have a negative impact on health and wellbeing.
Hygiene
Tasks to promote positive health and wellbeing:
Behaviours that have a negative impact on health and wellbeing:
Physical health/fitness
Tasks to promote positive health and wellbeing:
Behaviours that have a negative impact on health and wellbeing:
Nutrition
Tasks to promote positive health and wellbeing:
Behaviours that have a negative impact on health and wellbeing:
Mental health
Tasks to promote positive health and wellbeing:
Behaviours that have a negative impact on health and wellbeing:
Question 3a
Abuse can occur in various ways, list possible indicators of:
Physical Abuse:
Sexual abuse:
Psychological abuse:
Financial abuse:
Question 3b
In your work role if you suspect abuse, who should it be reported to?
Question 4a
What are common stereotypes around sexuality and sexual expression for people who require personal support including; the elderly or people with disabilities?
Question 4b
As a support worker what can you do in your role to support client needs around sexuality?
Question 5
Match the life-span / developmental stages listed to the biological, cognitive and psychosocial developments that occur during these stages.
Life-span / developmental stages are:
Birth to 2-years-old
Early to middle childhood
Adolescence
Adulthood
Late Adulthood
Life-span / developmental stage:
Biological – Male voice gets deeper and facial hair begins to develop. Girls develop hips and breasts.
Cognitive – Thinking becomes more self-conscious, self-critical and idealistic.
Psychosocial – Sexual orientation and identity emerges.
Life-span/developmental stage:
Biological – Losses in vision and hearing begin to develop.
Cognitive – Ability to receive and store new information in memory declines
Psychosocial – Life satisfaction is often dependent on family connections.
Life-span/developmental stage:
Biological – Physical strength increases and body proportions become more adult like.
Cognitive – Language ability develops rapidly and vocabulary increases.
Psychosocial – Awareness of gender roles emerge and thinking about the world outside of the home begins
Life-span/developmental stage:
Biological – Sensory and perceptual abilities develop rapidly.
Cognitive – Thinking begins to include the concept of object permanence.
Psychosocial – Emotional responses change from basic to more complex. The concept of secure attachment sets in, allowing for independent exploration.
Life-span/developmental stage:
Biological – Organ efficiency begins to decrease at a rate of approximately 1% each year.
Cognitive – Short term memory ability peaks and wisdom begins to develop.
Psychosocial – The need for achievement sets in and is often met through work satisfaction and intimate relationships.