Ders Adı Kodu Yarıyıl T+U Saat Kredi AKTS
Agıng and Balance SAU 824 0 1 + 0 1 2
Ön Koşul Dersleri
Önerilen Seçmeli Dersler
Dersin Dili İngilizce
Dersin Seviyesi Lisans
Dersin Türü Seçmeli
Dersin Koordinatörü Öğr.Gör.Dr. ÖZGENUR ÇETİNBAĞ KUZU
Dersi Verenler Öğr.Gör.Dr. ÖZGENUR ÇETİNBAĞ KUZU,
Dersin Yardımcıları
Dersin Kategorisi Diğer
Dersin Amacı

The aim of this course is to provide fundamental knowledge about the relationship between aging and balance, to develop awareness of the effects of aging on daily life, mobility, and quality of life, and to examine the concept of healthy aging from a balance perspective. The course aims to enable students to recognize balance-related changes associated with aging, understand lifestyle factors that influence balance health, and evaluate the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle. Through case studies, interactive activities, and current approaches, the course aims to help students develop a holistic perspective on balance and healthy aging.

Dersin İçeriği

Fundamental concepts related to aging and balance, the importance of balance in daily life, changes affecting balance and mobility during the aging process, common balance-related problems in older adults, falls and daily life safety, the relationship between balance and quality of life, healthy aging and active living, the effects of physical activity and lifestyle habits on balance, the importance of social participation and independent living, case examples related to aging and balance, interactive activities and role-playing exercises, current approaches and digital technologies related to aging and balance, awareness of maintaining balance health in daily life, a holistic perspective on aging, balance, and quality of life.

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Sektör Desteği
Destekleyen Firma
Destekleyen Eğitmen
# Ders Öğrenme Çıktıları Öğretim Yöntemleri Ölçme Yöntemleri
1 Explains fundamental concepts related to aging and balance.
Hafta Ders Konuları Ön Hazırlık
1 Introduction to Aging and Balance: Fundamental Concepts
2 The Balance System and the Role of Balance in Daily Life
3 Age-Related Changes in the Body and Their Effects on Balance
4 Common Balance-Related Problems in Older Adults
5 Falls: Causes, Consequences, and Preventive Approaches
6 The Relationship Between Balance, Independent Living, and Quality of Life
7 Healthy Aging, Active Living, and Balance
8 The Effects of Physical Activity and Lifestyle Habits on Balance
9 Social Life, Communication, and Community Participation in Aging
10 Case Studies on Age-Related Balance Problems
11 Interactive Activities and Role-Playing Exercises for Aging and Balance Problems
12 Current Approaches and Digital Technologies in Aging and Balance
13 Supportive Approaches and Daily Life Strategies for Older Adults with Balance-Related Problems
14 A Holistic Perspective on Aging, Balance, and Quality of Life
Kaynaklar
Ders Notu
Ders Kaynakları

Jacobson, G. P., & Shepard, N. T. (Eds.). (2016). Balance function assessment and management (2nd ed.). Plural Publishing.

Touhy, T. A., & Jett, K. F. (2017). Ebersole and Hess’ Gerontological Nursing & Healthy Aging

(5th ed.).

World Health Organization. (2021). World report on ageing and health.

Aksoy, S. (Ed.). (2022). Geriatrik odyoloji. Hipokrat Kitabevi.

Ardıç, F. N. (2023). Vertigo (2. bs.). İstanbul Tıp Kitabevleri.

T.C. Sağlık Bakanlığı yayınları, Türkiye Sağlıklı Yaşlanma Eylem Planı (2021–2026)

Kutsal YG (Ed.). Yaşlı Sağlığına Güncel Bakış. Türk Geriatri Derneği, 2026.

Wang, J., Li, Y., Yang, G. Y., & Jin, K. (2024). Age-Related Dysfunction in Balance: A Comprehensive Review of Causes, Consequences, and Interventions. Aging and disease, 16(2), 714–737. https://doi.org/10.14336/AD.2024.0124-1

Rezaei, A., Bhat, S. G., Cheng, C. H., Pignolo, R. J., Lu, L., & Kaufman, K. R. (2024). Age-related changes in gait, balance, and strength parameters: A cross-sectional study. PloS one, 19(10), e0310764. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0310764

# Ders Öğrenme Çıktılarının Program Çıktılarına Katkısı
1 Explains fundamental concepts related to aging and balance.
Değerlendirme Sistemi
Yarıyıl Çalışmaları Katkı Oranı
1. Ara Sınav 100
1. Ödev 0
Toplam 100
Toplam 0
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