Gerontology Theories Quiz
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Which theory in gerontology focuses on the importance of social relationships for healthy aging?

  • Life course perspective
  • Socioemotional selectivity theory (correct)
  • Disengagement theory
  • Activity theory
  • Which theory suggests that older adults gradually withdraw from society and social roles as they age?

  • Continuity theory
  • Activity theory
  • Disengagement theory (correct)
  • Socioemotional selectivity theory
  • Which theory posits that successful aging is related to the level of engagement and involvement in activities?

  • Life course perspective
  • Continuity theory
  • Age stratification theory
  • Activity theory (correct)
  • Which theory in gerontology emphasizes the mutual and dynamic relationship between individuals and their environments?

    <p>Ecological Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory in gerontology suggests that older adults prioritize emotional goals as they perceive their time as limited?

    <p>Socioemotional Selectivity Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gerontological theory proposes that individuals age successfully by maximizing gains and minimizing losses through selection, optimization, and compensation?

    <p>Selective Optimization with Compensation Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

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