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What age range defines the 'young-old' category?

  • 50-64
  • 90+
  • 81-100
  • 65-80 (correct)

At what age is an individual classified as a centenarian?

  • 100+ (correct)
  • 110+
  • 90+
  • 120+

Which term is used to describe individuals aged 110 years and older?

  • Centenarians
  • Super centenarians (correct)
  • Old-old
  • Elders

Which age category does an individual aged 85 fall into?

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What does the term 'elderspeak' refer to?

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What primarily focuses on the condition of an individual's organs and body systems?

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

Which type of aging involves an individual's capacity to adapt and cope with challenges?

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

What does social aging primarily pertain to?

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Which aging type is NOT directly associated with physical health deterioration?

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Which statement best describes psychological aging?

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Which change in skin appearance is NOT commonly noted in older adulthood?

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What is a common change in body composition during older adulthood?

<p>Decrease in muscle mass (sarcopenia) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the reduction in cardiac output in older adulthood primarily affect?

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Which of the following factors contributes to changes in the appearance of older adults?

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Which of the following changes is associated with muscular health in older adults?

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What characterizes a remote grandparenting style?

<p>Does not communicate frequently and has little involvement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which grandparenting style is primarily focused on friendship rather than discipline?

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What role does a surrogate parent typically play in a grandchild's life?

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What is the key aspect of Vaillant's concept of the 'keeper of the meaning' in late adulthood?

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Which grandparenting style involves significant involvement in the grandchild's upbringing?

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What does intimacy in Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love primarily refer to?

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Which of the following is associated with passion in Sternberg's theory?

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What does commitment entail in Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love?

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Which statement best describes the relationship between intimacy, passion, and commitment in Sternberg's theory?

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What type of love is characterized by commitment without intimacy or passion?

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What does a 'social convoy' consist of?

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Which statement best describes the role of a social convoy in an individual's life?

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How would the concept of a social convoy be best summarized?

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Why might strangers be considered part of a social convoy?

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Which of the following clarifies the term 'social convoy'?

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Intimacy

Feeling close and connected to someone, involving emotional sharing, trust, and care.

Passion

Intense feelings of attraction, desire, and excitement, often accompanied by physical arousal.

Commitment

A conscious decision to stay in a relationship despite challenges, involving loyalty, responsibility, and shared goals.

Linking

A type of love characterized by high intimacy and commitment, but low passion.

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Infatuation

A state of intense passion and attraction without intimacy or commitment.

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Biological Aging

The changes and deterioration that occur in the physical body over time, affecting internal organs and systems.

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Psychological Aging

An individual's ability to cope with life's challenges, solve problems, and adapt to new situations.

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Social Aging

Reflects an individual's beliefs, values, and how they engage with society based on cultural norms and age-related expectations.

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Social Convoy

The group of people who accompany an individual through life, including family, friends, acquaintances, and even strangers.

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Who are in a social convoy?

A social convoy includes family members, friends, acquaintances, and even strangers who interact with an individual throughout their life.

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What does a social convoy do?

A social convoy provides support, companionship, and influence throughout an individual's life.

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How does a social convoy change?

The composition of a social convoy can change over time as individuals move through life's stages.

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Impact of social convoy

A social convoy can significantly influence an individual's well-being and life choices.

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Ageism

Prejudice or discrimination against individuals or groups based on their age, often involving negative stereotypes and unfair treatment.

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Elderspeak

A simplified and condescending way of speaking to older adults, often characterized by shortened sentences, exaggerated intonation, and patronizing language.

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Young-old

Individuals aged 65-80, considered relatively young in older adulthood, often characterized by good health and active lifestyles.

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Old-old

Individuals aged 81 and older, representing the later stages of older adulthood, often facing more health challenges.

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Centenarian

Someone who has reached the age of 100 years or more.

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Skin changes in aging

The epidermis thins and melanocytes decrease, leading to reduced collagen and elastin, making the skin more prone to bruising. The skin also becomes drier due to decreased oil production and water content. Age spots and hyperpigmentation can appear.

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Hair changes in aging

Hair becomes finer, more brittle, and grayer due to decreased pigment production.

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Body composition changes in aging

Changes in BMI are observed, often with a gaunt face and increased body fat. Muscle mass decreases, leading to sarcopenia. Posture changes include lordosis and spinal stenosis.

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Cardiopulmonary changes in aging

Aging involves reduced cardiac output, age-related changes in blood vessels, and decreased respiratory capacity.

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What is sarcopenia?

Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass, a common change in older adulthood.

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Keeper of the Meaning

Vaillant's term for the late-adult task of finding and maintaining a sense of purpose and meaning in life, often through sharing wisdom and experiences with younger generations.

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Remote Grandparent Style

Grandparents who maintain a distance from their grandchildren, with limited interaction and involvement in their lives.

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Companionate Grandparent Style

Grandparents who have a close relationship with their grandchildren, primarily as friends and companions, without taking on a disciplinary role.

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Involved Grandparent Style

Grandparents who actively participate in their grandchildren's lives, providing significant care and support, and often taking on a parenting role.

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Surrogate Grandparent Style

Grandparents who take on the primary parenting role for their grandchildren, often due to the absence or inability of the biological parents.

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Test your knowledge on various aspects of aging, including definitions of age categories and terms related to older adults. This quiz covers topics such as young-old, centenarians, and the concept of elderspeak. Discover how different types of aging are understood in the context of health and social dynamics.

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