Bill Experienced a Rapid Loss of His Ability to Function

question 14

Multiple Choice

Bill experienced a rapid loss of his ability to function shortly before his death at age 79.Bill's developmental change is an example of

• A) primary aging.
• B) secondary aging.
• C) tertiary aging.
• D) holistic aging.

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Definitions:

Parsons

Talcott Parsons, an influential American sociologist known for his work on the theory of social action and for developing structural functionalism.

Adaptation

The social system must be able to gather and distribute sufficient resources and adjust to changes in its environment.

Goal Attainment

The system needs to establish clear goals and priorities.

Sympathetic Introspection

A methodological approach in which the researcher tries to understand the feelings and perspectives of others by mentally placing themselves in the other's position.