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What does socioemotional selectivity theory primarily suggest about emotional responses as we age?
What does socioemotional selectivity theory primarily suggest about emotional responses as we age?
- Emotionally meaningful responses become more prevalent as we perceive time constraints. (correct)
- Older adults tend to disregard emotional meaning in their responses.
- Emotional responses are solely a result of chronological age.
- Emotional responses decline as people grow older.
Which of the following statements aligns with the findings regarding cultural context and aging?
Which of the following statements aligns with the findings regarding cultural context and aging?
- Younger adults more frequently align with cultural values than older adults.
- Older adults are more likely to disagree with their cultural context's values.
- The alignment between individual values and cultural values increases with age. (correct)
- Cultural values are irrelevant to an individual's personal values over time.
In the context of socioemotional selectivity theory, which of the following is NOT a major takeaway?
In the context of socioemotional selectivity theory, which of the following is NOT a major takeaway?
- Individual differences in social-emotional processes may be more adaptable than previously believed.
- Chronological age directly determines one's emotional responses. (correct)
- Cross-cultural variations influence the relationship between aging and personal values.
- Perception of time left in life is more significant than chronological age on emotional development.
How does the perception of time affect emotional responses according to the findings?
How does the perception of time affect emotional responses according to the findings?
What aspect of emotional processes does the socioemotional selectivity theory emphasize regarding aging?
What aspect of emotional processes does the socioemotional selectivity theory emphasize regarding aging?
What primarily influences goal-setting in older adults according to Carstensen's theory?
What primarily influences goal-setting in older adults according to Carstensen's theory?
Which effect is characterized by older adults remembering more positive information?
Which effect is characterized by older adults remembering more positive information?
What happens to older adults' selection of social partners when they perceive an increase in life expectancy?
What happens to older adults' selection of social partners when they perceive an increase in life expectancy?
Which of the following aspects does NOT support Carstensen's theory about cognitive functioning in older age?
Which of the following aspects does NOT support Carstensen's theory about cognitive functioning in older age?
What is a significant difference in goal focus between younger and older adults?
What is a significant difference in goal focus between younger and older adults?
During studies that manipulated perceptions of time left, what behavior was observed in younger individuals?
During studies that manipulated perceptions of time left, what behavior was observed in younger individuals?
According to findings supporting the theory, how do older adults regulate their emotions?
According to findings supporting the theory, how do older adults regulate their emotions?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects age-related changes in attention and cognitive functioning?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects age-related changes in attention and cognitive functioning?
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Socioemotional Selectivity Theory
Socioemotional Selectivity Theory
Suggests that as people perceive their time left to achieve goals as limited, they prioritize emotionally meaningful experiences.
Emotional Meaning
Emotional Meaning
Experiences with strong emotional significance.
Cultural Context
Cultural Context
The values and beliefs shared by a group of people.
Age & personal values
Age & personal values
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Malleable social-emotional processes
Malleable social-emotional processes
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Time Perspective Theory
Time Perspective Theory
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Positivity Effect
Positivity Effect
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Negativity Bias
Negativity Bias
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Time Left
Time Left
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Emotional Salience
Emotional Salience
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Social Partner Selection
Social Partner Selection
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Experimental Manipulation of Time Horizon
Experimental Manipulation of Time Horizon
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Cognitive Functioning
Cognitive Functioning
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