Shiva Is Using Disengagement Theory to Explain Aging

question 85

Multiple Choice

Shiva is using disengagement theory to explain aging.Which statement best exemplifies his views?

• A) The cultural context affects how individuals deal with aging.
• B) Women's incomes decline significantly following the death of their husbands.
• C) Retirement acknowledges that the person no longer fits the world of paid work.
• D) Marketers of consumer products portray an ageless image of older people.

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Definitions:

Trust

The belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something, fostering a sense of security and safety.

Authoritarian Parenting

A strict parenting style characterized by high demands and low responsiveness, focusing on obedience and discipline.

Strange Situation

A procedure developed by Mary Ainsworth to assess the quality of attachment relationships between infants and their caregivers using a series of introductions, separations, and reunions.

Style of Attachment

The characteristic manner in which individuals form emotional bonds and connect with others, influenced by early relationships with caregivers.