Cumming And Henry Flashcards
1
Q
What’s the name of the theory?
A
Social disengagement theory.
2
Q
What did their theory explain?
A
Explains behaviour and development in old age.
3
Q
What changes in behaviour happens with old age?
A
The older an individual becomes the more likely that they will become more withdrawn from social engagement.
4
Q
What are the reasons that disengagement could happen?
A
Ill health
Retirement
Death/illness of partners.
5
Q
What are the criticisms of the theory?
A
Low statically evidence
(Majority of the elderly would remain socially active and would become more involved with family)
