When does middle age begin, and when does it end? These questions are difficult ones, because life changes so subtly and constantly. In our society, the changes that characterize the middle years occur roughly from the mid-thirties to the mid-sixties. In this chapter I shall explore some of the changes that take place during these years.
The beginning of the middle years is usually a period of settling down. In most cases, men have attained a certain level of achievement in their work and are beginning to have an idea of what work goals they can look forward to.
For most women, it means that the dependency of young and growing children has been or will soon be supplanted by the special problems of the relatively independent adult. As middle age progresses, attention begins to turn towards retirement with its implications of greater freedom, the possibility of financial problems, and an assessment of life’s accomplishments.
Changes begin to occur in the hotly in middle age. Loss of a youthful figure and the appearance of wrinkles are external signs. New ailments may develop that are likely to remain with you for a long time, such as arthritis, glaucoma, and heart disease. The ailments that once could be coped with easily may become more of a problem.
Because our culture tends to place so much emphasis on youth, we forget that middle age, like any other period of life, is dynamic and offers new opportunities and challenges. It is important, therefore, to do everything possible to remain fit.
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