People Can Choose to Cope with Changes of Late Adulthood

question 75

Short Answer

People can choose to cope with changes of late adulthood through selective optimization with _____.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Defense

A psychological concept where an individual unconsciously ignores or distorts stimuli that are threatening or disturbing to maintain psychological comfort.

Pollyanna Principle

The tendency for people to remember pleasant items more accurately than unpleasant ones, influencing their outlook and decision-making.

Pleasant Events

Activities or occurrences that bring joy, satisfaction, or pleasure to individuals.

Communication Style

The characteristic way in which an individual or entity prefers to convey and receive information and ideas.