When They Cannot Avoid Negative Experiences,older Adults Are Especially Effective

question 36

Multiple Choice

When they cannot avoid negative experiences,older adults are especially effective at __________.

• A) problem-focused evaluation
• B) fault finding and blaming others
• C) emotion-centered coping
• D) ruminating about past disappointments

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Definitions:

Bizarre Behavior

Actions or conduct that markedly deviates from societal norms, often causing confusion or alarm in others.

Maladaptive Behavior

Actions or tendencies that are counterproductive to oneself or others, often reducing the ability to adequately face and deal with situations.

Personal Distress

A negative emotional response to witnessing the suffering of others, leading to a desire to alleviate that suffering.

Etiology

The study and analysis of the causes or origins of diseases or conditions.