Which Theory Explains Why Older Adults Spend Most of Their

question 114

Multiple Choice

Which theory explains why older adults spend most of their time with familiar individuals and family?

• A) activity theory
• B) socioemotional selectivity theory
• C) social discontinuity theory
• D) disengagement theory

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Definitions:

Endocrine Gland

A gland that secretes hormones directly into the blood or tissue fluid instead of into ducts. Compare with exocrine gland.

Exocrine Gland

A gland that excretes its products through a duct that opens onto a free surface, such as the skin (e.g., sweat glands). Compare with endocrine gland.

Pancreas

A gland in the digestive and endocrine systems of vertebrates that produces digestive enzymes and hormones, including insulin.

Intracellular Receptors

Proteins located within the cell cytoplasm or nucleus that bind to specific molecules and trigger cellular responses.