Characteristics of Modernization That Contribute to the Decline of Older

question 32

Multiple Choice

Characteristics of modernization that contribute to the decline of older adults' status in traditional societies include:

• A) literacy.
• B) health technology.
• C) employment status.
• D) both A and B.

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Definitions:

Caretaker Actions

Behaviors and decisions made by an individual responsible for the caregiving and well-being of another, often involving protective and supportive measures.

Still-Face Method

A research paradigm used in psychology to assess infant-caregiver interaction, where the caregiver maintains an unresponsive, expressionless face towards the infant.

Normally Synchronous

Typically occurring at the same time or rate; processes happening simultaneously.

Distress on Separation

The anxiety and emotional turmoil experienced by individuals, especially infants and young children, when separated from significant caregivers or attachment figures.