A Key Task in Conducting Therapy with Older Adults/the Elderly

question 11

Multiple Choice

A key task in conducting therapy with older adults/the elderly is challenging the ____________ of aging.

• A) statistics
• B) effects
• C) norms
• D) myths

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Definitions:

Family Diversity

Unique needs and characteristics of each member in a family.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

Dissociative Identity Disorder is a psychological condition marked by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities in a single individual, often as a coping mechanism to trauma.

Borderline Personality Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by pervasive instability in moods, behavior, self-image, and functioning, often leading to impulsive actions and unstable relationships.

Anorexia Nervosa

A psychological and potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by an extremely low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of body shape and weight.