Oftentimes,losses of Physical Functioning,retirement,or Death of Loved Ones Will Increase

question 56

Multiple Choice

Oftentimes,losses of physical functioning,retirement,or death of loved ones will increase the likelihood that an individual will develop a mental disorder because

• A)the individual finds it difficult to cope with several losses.
• B)the individual becomes depressed and disheartened.
• C)he or she does not go for counseling when it is needed.
• D)these are known risk factors of mental disorders in the aging population.
• E)he or she lacks support from family and friends.

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Definitions:

R-selected Organisms

Species that prioritize high reproduction rates, usually in environments where resources are abundant, leading to a strategy that favors producing a high number of offspring with less parental care.

Life Spans

The length of time for which an organism lives, ranging from days or weeks in some insects to centuries in some trees.

Parental Care

The behaviors or activities of parents aimed at ensuring the survival and well-being of their offspring.

Population Size

The total number of individuals within a defined area at a specific time.