Ageism and Elder Demographics

<p>Ageism is a social construct, while aging is a biological process. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A young person assumes an elderly neighbor must be confused because they forget things. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Advances in medicine and healthcare (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gender (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A majority of elders own their homes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Social Security (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Discrimination based on race and ethnicity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The majority of older adults continue to work past retirement age. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cultural norms and traditions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Educational background (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Men are more prone to engage in risky behaviors. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A strict vegetarian diet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women lose more years of life expectancy due to smoking than men. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High levels of social support (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The difficulty in separating socioeconomic factors from racial and ethnic factors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Higher rates of obesity and diabetes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Life span is the biological potential for longevity, while life expectancy is the actual average lifespan. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Huntingtons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is linked to an increased risk of premature death. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Low death rates from all causes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Light consumption may offer cardiovascular benefits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Higher frequency of sex. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Negative behaviors may arise from pessimism. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Middle and upper class individuals tend to live longer. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aging results from an accumulation of errors and damage. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discrimination or prejudice against people based on their age, particularly older adults.

Belief that traits of older adults are solely due to their age, ignoring other factors.

Assigning stereotypes to older individuals, leading to negative bias.

Unfair treatment of older individuals based on their age.

Individuals aged 65 years and over, often the focus of gerontological studies.

Diseases that are inherited and can affect life expectancy, such as Down Syndrome and Huntington's disease.

Diseases that develop due to environmental factors and lifestyle choices, like cancer and diabetes.

Obesity is linked to higher risks of premature death and various diseases.

Regular exercise is correlated with lower death rates from all causes.

Light drinking can have health benefits, while heavy drinking reduces life expectancy.

Being married may lead to longer life due to social support and healthy habits.

Higher education and social class correlate with a longer life due to better health access and habits.

Two theories explain aging: Random Theory (errors and damage) and Programmed Theory (genetic factors).

The study of size, distribution, and statistics of a population.

The proportion of older adults is rapidly increasing over time.

Average number of years individuals can expect to live.

A federal law providing services for older adults, signed in 1965.

A government program providing financial assistance to retired individuals.

Long-lasting health issues affecting many older adults.

Older individuals who immigrated and often live with family.

Fastest growing minority group among older adults, often facing poverty.

Leading preventable cause of death, significantly reducing life expectancy.

Females generally live longer than males due to various factors.

Higher poverty levels found in minority elder groups.

Research on individuals who live to be over 100 years old.

Key financial supports include Social Security, pensions, and savings.

Minority groups among elders face common issues like poverty.

Health disparities affect minority elder populations, often leading to under-utilization.