Aging as a Process Tied to Our Lives and Personal

question 6

Multiple Choice

Aging as a process tied to our lives and personal identity is based on which of the following theories of aging?

• A) Disengagement theory
• B) Activity theory
• C) Life course theory
• D) Continuity theory

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Definitions:

Primary Prevention

Strategies or actions taken to prevent disease or injury before it ever occurs, focusing on preventing the risk factors themselves.

Clinic Focus

The primary area of healthcare or service specialization offered by a clinic.

Diagnosis

The identification of the nature and cause of a disease or condition through evaluation of patient history, examination, and review of diagnostic tests.

Health Promotion

A process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve, their health.