How long will we be able to live the way we do now?
How might we change in the second half of life – physically, psychologically, emotionally, and cognitively? What should we prepare for ourselves and for our family members throughout the different stages of adulthood and aging? Which changes are a natural part of growing older, and which signs may require greater attention?
If you have ever asked yourself these questions, “As We Grow Older” may be a topic for you.
This is a multi-session educational series designed to provide foundational knowledge about human development and aging. The content draws on perspectives from psychology, cognitive science, and neuroscience, based on what I have learned and continue to study while pursuing a degree in Psychology in the United States.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Format: Online via Zoom
Number of sessions: 3 sessions
Duration: 3 hours per session
Expected schedule: October 2026
The specific dates will be provided in the confirmation email.
Proposed time options:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Vietnam time; or
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Vietnam time.
One of these two schedule options will be selected based on participants’ availability.
Language: The program will be conducted entirely in Vietnamese. Reference materials will primarily be in English.
Participation fee: Free of charge. There is no required participation fee. However, after attending the sessions, those who wish to contribute may choose to make a voluntary donation of any amount to a conservation organization, wildlife rescue center, dog or cat rescue organization, or another charitable organization of their choice. Donations are entirely optional and are not a condition of participation.
Registration:
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
- Participants must be at least 18 years old.
- Participants should be able to communicate in Vietnamese and feel comfortable reading materials in English.
- Participants will need access to a laptop and a smartphone to take part in the online sessions and activities.
WHO THIS PROGRAM IS FOR
- Adults who want to better understand and prepare for the changes that may occur during the second half of life.
- People who are supporting or caring for aging parents, grandparents, or other older family members.
- Students in Vietnam studying psychology, education, social work, health, or community care who would like to learn more about how these topics are approached in the United States.
- Anyone interested in human development, aging, mental health, cognitive health, and quality of life in later adulthood.
MAIN TOPICS
- Physical, psychological, emotional, and cognitive changes across different stages of adulthood and aging.
- Common conditions and syndromes associated with different age groups, particularly those involving memory loss and cognitive decline.
- How to distinguish common age-related changes from signs that may need to be monitored or evaluated by a qualified professional.
- Current forms of support and care available around the world for older adults, people with reduced ability to care for themselves, and individuals living with cognitive difficulties.
- Topics individuals and families may consider when planning for the future, including long-term care, trusted representatives or support persons, personal wishes, advance care preferences, and end-of-life planning.
- Differences in the education, practice, and delivery of psychological, mental health, and aging-related services in the United States, Vietnam, and several other countries.
- Additional topics will be based on the questions and interests of participants.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
- The expected registration deadline is October 1, 2026.
- Confirmation details, the final schedule, and the Zoom link will be sent by email after registration has been completed successfully.
- The number of participants is limited, and registration may close early once the program reaches capacity. Priority will therefore be given to those who register earlier.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- This program is intended for educational purposes and is based on topics I have studied and continue to study as part of my Psychology education in the United States.
- During the sessions, I will also explain selected differences in how psychology, mental health, aging, and related services are taught, practiced, and delivered in the United States, Vietnam, and several other countries. This is intended to help participants understand the broader context and avoid confusion when encountering concepts, terminology, or information from different systems.
- The program is not a substitute for medical or mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, or professional care.
- If you or a family member is experiencing unusual symptoms or signs of declining physical, psychological, emotional, or cognitive health, please contact an appropriate physician, licensed mental health professional, or healthcare provider for timely assessment and support.
To me, growing older is not simply something that happens at a distant point in the future. It is a journey that is already unfolding through changes in our bodies, thoughts, emotions, and the ways we connect with the people around us.
Understanding even one part of that journey can help us prepare more thoughtfully for our own future. It can also help us become more understanding, informed, and proactive as we support the people we love.
That is why I would like to share this topic with others.
If you feel that this program may be relevant to you, please register at Quite A Lens as early as possible.
Cody Robbie