ANALISIS PERKEMBANGAN KOGNITIF, SOSIAL, FISIK, DAN EMOSIONAL PADA MASA LANJUT USIA (>65 TAHUN)

Melda V.R Munthe (Universitas Hkbp Nommensen Pematangsiantar)
Cici A Simatupang (Universitas Hkbp Nommensen Pematangsiantar)
Aulia Nur Qhorin (Universitas Hkbp Nommensen Pematangsiantar)
Evalina Marpaung (Universitas Hkbp Nommensen Pematangsiantar)
Zalikhah Radhifa Ritonga (Universitas Hkbp Nommensen Pematangsiantar)
Dinda Tri Hartati (Universitas Hkbp Nommensen Pematangsiantar)
Nirawani Simanungkalit (Universitas Hkbp Nommensen Pematangsiantar)

Didaktik : Jurnal Ilmiah PGSD STKIP Subang
Vol. 12 No. 03 (2026): Volume 12 No. 3, September 2026 Publish

This study aims to analyze cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development among elderly individuals aged over 65 years. The study employed a descriptive qualitative method using interviews with two elderly participants, a 66-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man. The findings indicate that older adults experience declines in memory and physical condition, including fatigue and visual impairment. However, decision-making ability, wisdom, and emotional control tend to improve due to life experiences. Social interactions generally decrease, while family relationships become closer and more meaningful. Health conditions, family support, and the social environment play important roles in determining the quality of life of older adults. The study concludes that old age is characterized not only by decline but also by greater maturity in dealing with life.