Aging and older adults

Aging is a universal developmental process that impacts all of us—from our own personal experiences to those of our family, friends, and communities. Psychologists work on many different fronts in education, research, and community settings to enhance the quality of our lives as we age, including geropsychologists with specialized training who work with older adults and their families to maintain well-being, overcome problems, and achieve maximum potential during later life.

From APA’s Committee on Aging