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Preventive Gerontology Refers to Health Screening Programs for Persons 50

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Preventive gerontology refers to health screening programs for persons 50 and older.


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Extinction

In psychology, the gradual weakening and eventual disappearance of a learned response when it is no longer reinforced.

Classical Conditioning

A cognitive process where two stimuli are repeatedly linked together; the response, first elicited by the second stimulus, is finally elicited by the first stimulus.

Antecedent

An event, condition, or stimulus that precedes and potentially leads to a behavioral response or psychological outcome.

Fingernails

Hard, keratinous plates covering the dorsal surface of the terminal portions of fingers and toes, serving protective and functional purposes.

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