Chapter 18 - Social and Personality Development in Late Adulthood Flashcards
what stage would Erikson say those in late adulthood are in?
ego integrity vs despair
what are some criticisms of the successful aging paradigm?
- places blame on individuals who develop severe illness or disease
what is the disengagement theory?
the idea that it is normal and healthy for adults to scale down their social lives and segregate from others
what is a sense of personal wellbeing determined by?
perception
what are the three aspects of the disengagement theory?
- shrinkage of life space: fewer roles and interactions
- increased individuality: less governed by rules and expectations
- acceptance of changes: turning inward, away from interactions
what are the four aspects of successful aging?
maintaining…
1. mental abilities
2. physical health
3. social competence
4. life satisfaction
define reminiscence
reflecting on past experiences
what of the Big 5 traits is associated with successful aging?
E: extraversion
what is the continuity theory?
older adults adapt lifelong interests to limitations of aging (e.g. dancers becoming dance teachers
what is the impact of self-stereotypes
they will decrease adventurousness and therefore a decline in mental abilities
social involvement can result in…
- increased physical and mental health
- morale
- life satisfaction
define ego integrity
the feeling that one’s life has been worthwhile
what is the activity theory?
the idea that it is normal and healthy for older adults to stay as active as possible for as long as possible
what is the ego integrity vs despair stage?
the goal of achieving a sense of satisfaction in their lives
