Ageism and Aging Concepts Quiz
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What does the term ageism refer to?

  • Judging people on the basis of chronological age. (correct)
  • The demographics of the population pyramid.
  • The view of society held by older people.
  • The veneration of the elderly.
  • Dwayne, age 62, has developed heart disease from a lifetime of smoking cigarettes. His heart disease is an example of:

  • Normal senescence.
  • Compressed morbidity.
  • Primary aging.
  • Secondary aging. (correct)
  • Which theory of aging proposes that the body breaks down, part by part, after years of use?

  • Wear-and-tear. (correct)
  • Cellular accident.
  • Secondary aging.
  • Free-radical hypothesis.
  • What are the very ends of chromosomes in cells that may be correlated with longevity known as?

    <p>Telomeres.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parts of the brain shrink the most in later life?

    <p>Hippocampus and prefrontal cortex.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Barbara and Dennis have lived in the same house for over 40 years. They prefer to age in place. What does this mean?

    <p>They prefer to age in place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Life satisfaction for the elderly correlates with:

    <p>Companionship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One crucial factor in the success of long-term marriages is:

    <p>A strong sense of shared experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When it comes to intergenerational relationships, conflict is more likely in _____ relationships than in distant ones.

    <p>Emotionally close.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Erik Erikson called the final crisis of development:

    <p>Integrity versus despair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the view that older people choose familiar social contacts who reinforce their generativity, pride, and joy referred to as?

    <p>Socio-emotional selectivity theory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Primary aging refers to age-related changes that:

    <p>Inevitably take place as time goes by.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    _____ is the oldest possible age that members of a species can attain, whereas _____ is how long an average newborn in a particular place is likely to live.

    <p>Maximum life span; average life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is one of the ADLs?

    <p>Bathing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The difference between ADLs and IADLs is that:

    <p>IADLs require some intellectual competence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ageism and Aging

    • Ageism involves judging individuals based solely on their chronological age, leading to discrimination against older adults.

    Heart Disease and Aging

    • Heart disease in older adults, like Dwayne's case, is categorized as secondary aging due to lifestyle factors such as smoking.

    Theories of Aging

    • The wear-and-tear theory suggests that the body physically deteriorates over time due to continued use and stress on its systems.

    Chromosome Longevity

    • Telomeres are protective endings of chromosomes, which may influence longevity and the aging process.

    Brain Changes in Aging

    • The hippocampus and prefrontal cortex are the brain regions that exhibit the most significant shrinkage in older age, affecting memory and decision-making.

    Aging in Place

    • Many older adults, exemplified by Barbara and Dennis, prefer to age in place rather than relocate, valuing established connections and home stability.

    Life Satisfaction

    • Companionship plays a crucial role in life satisfaction for elderly individuals, significantly impacting their emotional wellbeing.

    Long-term Marriage Factors

    • Long-term marriages thrive on a strong sense of shared experiences, which fosters deeper connections between partners.

    Intergenerational Relationships

    • Conflicts are more likely to arise in emotionally close intergenerational relationships compared to more distant ones due to heightened expectations and emotional involvement.

    Erikson's Developmental Crisis

    • Erik Erikson identified the final developmental challenge as integrity versus despair, where individuals reflect on their lives towards the end.

    Social Contacts and Emotional Wellbeing

    • Socio-emotional selectivity theory explains that older individuals tend to engage with familiar social contacts that enhance their emotional health and joy.

    Primary Aging

    • Primary aging refers to inevitable biological changes that occur as time progresses, regardless of lifestyle or health choices.

    Life Span vs. Life Expectancy

    • Maximum life span is the theoretical longest lifespan achievable for a species, while average life expectancy represents the expected lifespan of a newborn in a specific population.

    Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

    • Bathing is classified as one of the essential activities of daily living (ADLs), necessary for maintaining personal hygiene.

    IADLs vs. ADLs

    • Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) necessitate some level of intellectual competence, distinguishing them from ADLs, which are simpler and often executable by frail elderly individuals without assistance.

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