Vignette #2 Juan and Rosa Are in Their Late 20s

question 83

Multiple Choice

Vignette #2 Juan and Rosa are in their late 20s, and both have parents who are experiencing a loss of vitality. Juan's mom has a curved back, and Rosa's mother is obese. Juan's dad has developed depression and Rosa's father has macular degeneration. Juan and Rosa have many questions about how to avoid these conditions in their future if possible. Let's answer these questions to see if we can help them.
Which statement accurately describes the energy requirements of older adults like Juan's and Rosa's parents?

• A) Since absorption of all nutrients decreases as aging occurs, it is necessary to increase calorie intake.
• B) The recommended energy allowance decreases as we age due to lowered basal metabolic rates.
• C) The recommended calorie intake increases until age 35 and then remains constant for the remaining years.
• D) The recommended calorie intake increases for men only but remains constant for women after age 35.
• E) Even when nutritional meals are consumed regularly, a high-potency multivitamin-mineral supplement is highly advised to support increased energy levels.

Describe the concept of self-monitoring and how it affects individuals' reactions to different situations.

Explain the cognitive, affective, and behavioral components of attitudes and how they influence actions.

Understand how job satisfaction impacts employee behavior and attitude.

Identify psychological reactions like cognitive dissonance and how they affect individuals.

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Definitions:

Negative Assumptions

The tendency to believe the worst possible interpretations or outcomes without sufficient evidence.

Social-cognitive Perspective

A psychological approach that emphasizes the influence of cognitive processes and social contexts on behavior.

Gender Differences

Variations in characteristics, behaviors, or psychological traits typically associated with an individual's biological sex.

Prevalence of Depression

Refers to the total number of cases of depression present in a population during a specific time period.