Module 10 - very old age, death and dying (75+)

Question 1

new developmental stage

Answer 1

elderhood

Question 2

ageism

Answer 2

defined as the prejudice or discrimination that occurs on the basis of age

Question 3

physical changes

Answer 3

• thin skin
• brittle bones
• reduced height
• rounded spine
• impaired balance
• insufficient insulin
• metabolism slows

Question 4

intellectual changes

Answer 4

numerical and verbal abilities remain relatively steady over the years

Question 5

intellectual development

Answer 5

need more support when gaining new abilities, skills or knowledge

Question 6

wisdom

Answer 6

expert knowledge in the practical aspects of life

Question 7

intelligence

Answer 7

relates to the here and now, logical and systematic thinking

Question 8

Disengagement Theory: Gradual Retreat

Answer 8

marks gradual withdraw from the world

mutual:
- norms and expectations
- allows more freedom and reflection

Question 9

Activity Theory: Continued Involvement

Answer 9

successful ageing occurs when people maintain interests that they engaged within middle aged

Question 10

Socioemotional selectivity theory

Answer 10

motivational shifts also influence cognitive processing; ageing is associated with positive over negative info in attention and memory

Question 11

crisis

Answer 11

immortality v exctinction

Question 12

social support

Answer 12

reciprocal with other friends in this age group

Question 13

grief

Answer 13

the cognitive and emotional reactions that follow the death of a loved one