This section discusses health concerns in late adulthood, including physical and mental health risks. Chronic conditions such as arthritis and diabetes become more prevalent with age, requiring carefu...This section discusses health concerns in late adulthood, including physical and mental health risks. Chronic conditions such as arthritis and diabetes become more prevalent with age, requiring careful management. Mental health issues like anxiety and depression are reviewed, though they become less common in older age. The rising costs of healthcare are also a significant concern, with chronic conditions accounting for a large portion of these expenses.
Allowing all children equal access to an art form is more difficult than it sounds. Social pressures, stereotypes, and changing attitudes and perspectives can inhibit inclusion and lead to exclusionar...Allowing all children equal access to an art form is more difficult than it sounds. Social pressures, stereotypes, and changing attitudes and perspectives can inhibit inclusion and lead to exclusionary practice. This chapter addresses the issue of several types of musical inclusion, including music and gender, and music for children with autism, ADD/ADHD, learning and physical disabilities.
