The Tug-of-War: Happiness and Autonomy of the Seniors

The aging population of today’s society continues to grow, their living condition is still challenged by multiple issues. When individuals reached an age where they begin to have difficulties of self-caring or even facing potential risks that are caused by their reduced functionalities, old people often tend to be suggested by their physician to access to assisted living facilities, where their daily tasks require close monitoring or aides from professionals (Anonymous). The issue of providing appropriate care for older individuals who are diagnosed with cognitive diseases becomes…