Unit 3 Flashcards
1
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Physical changes due to age
A
- CV disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Degeneration of sense organ
- Reduced absorption of nutrients
- Dementia
- Illness
- Degeneration of nervous tissue
2
Q
The Theory of Schemas
A
A category of knowledge of how someone understands the world.
3
Q
Social Disengagement Theory
A
Older people naturally withdraw from social involemt as the get older
4
Q
Activity Theory
A
Older people tend to adjust to the ageing process because their social and psychological needs stay the same.
