chapter 12 Flashcards
What are the physical and cognitive changes people experience as they age?
Cultural, maturational, psychological, and flexible.
What is the reason for the newer distinct group of emerging adults?
A delayed movement into adulthood.
Which developmental stage brings the most changes and demands?
Emerging adulthood.
When do the first signs of physical aging, such as wrinkles, appear?
Young adulthood.
What does scientific evidence support regarding exercise in adulthood?
Some physical activity is better than none.
What is the biggest predictor for quality of life for adults under age 65?
Health.
How is age related to quality of life?
Quality of life fluctuates with age.
What improves older adults’ scores on cognitive tests?
The number of social roles they have.
Adults who are __________ healthy show warmth, compassion, and productivity.
Psychologically.
What best predicts health and adjustment at age 63 according to Vaillant and Vaillant (1990)?
Health and adjustment at midlife.
What task of emerging adulthood does Branson’s decision to apply to dental school reflect?
Identity exploration.
What task of emerging adulthood is exemplified by Felicity dropping out of college to become a ski instructor?
Focusing on the self.
How can Arabella effectively handle changes after becoming a mother according to Erikson?
Create a network of friends.
What is an example of detribalization during middle adulthood?
Christen decides to enroll in a French class, even though none of her friends are interested.
Who is likely to be the most satisfied with his work and marriage?
Colin, a 59-year-old.
What can be inferred from the transition to older adulthood?
Roles become more flexible.
According to Henry and Cumming (1961), what is Harry’s status?
Disengaging.
What is an example of selective optimization with compensation?
Anika, a 77-year-old who used to run marathons, now takes long walks in the park that are less painful with her arthritis.
Who is most likely to be considered ‘successfully aging’?
Anita, a 59-year-old who eats a Mediterranean diet and practices yoga three times a week.
What characteristics are important for a positive outcome following disequilibrium?
Intellectual flexibility and extraversion.
Who is more likely to report a higher quality of life?
Marta, a 64-year-old woman who is involved with her church group and also runs 5Ks regularly.
What type of health is Kanya demonstrating?
Psychosocial health.
How do psychological health levels relate to life satisfaction?
Higher levels of psychological health have higher levels of life satisfaction.
What is the most significant indicator of a happy and successful retirement for Octavio?
How happy and successful Octavio was at midlife.
