Exam 18: Social and Personality Developmentin Late Adulthood

At 83 years old,Claudette happily recalls life when she was younger.She also enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and their children.According to Erikson,what has Claudette achieved?

What is true of single elder adults whose single status is the result of divorce?

Which of the following is an accurate description of partner relationships in later life?

Which of the following is the tendency to turn to religious beliefs and institutions for support in times of difficulty?

Identify and explain the components of successful aging.

When you visit a former co-worker who recently retired,you are astonished at his list of activities and projects,and he says,"Staying busy keeps me young!" Your former co-worker's philosophy is most consistent with which of the following perspectives on aging?

Which of the following represents a common bias found in the research regarding social networks and older adults?

Define continuity theory.

What is the term used for living in a noninstitutional environment to which appropriate modifications have been made for the elderly individual?

According to research,what is the most common effect of activity upon later life?

The largest source of income for most elderly adults in the United States is ________.

Which of the following is the best example of a kinship move after retirement,as described by Charles Longino?

Which of the following describes a move away from family that is aimed at benefiting from a particular feature of the location?

Hispanic American,________ American,and ________ American elders are more likely than others to live with relatives.

Even though the term "abuse" is frequently associated with physical mistreatment,among the elderly ________ abuse may be far more subtle and widespread.

How are older adults typically evaluated by management in the work place?

Nick and Kathy love to play golf and swim.They recently moved to an apartment complex in Florida where everyone is about their age or perhaps a little older.They live autonomously but share common interests with their many neighbors and enjoy socializing on an almost daily basis.Nick and Kathy are probably living in which of the following?

Which of the following is an aspect of disengagement theory?

Which of the following offers a continuum of care ranging from independent living to skilled nursing care?

List four of the five components of successful aging explained in your text.