Older Adults Who Sustain High Levels of Functioning

question 86

Multiple Choice

Older adults who sustain high levels of functioning

• A) become less selective in their activities.
• B) show gains in fluid intelligence only.
• C) show losses in crystallized intelligence only.
• D) engage in selective optimization with compensation.

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Definitions:

Muscle Tension

Physical discomfort or strain in the muscles, often resulting from stress, overuse, or underlying health conditions, that can lead to pain and stiffness.

Burnout

A psychological syndrome emerging as a prolonged response to chronic interpersonal stressors on the job, characterized by exhaustion, cynicism, and a feeling of reduced professional efficacy.

Over-worked

The state of having worked excessively or beyond what is healthy or reasonable, often leading to stress or burnout.

Short-staffed

A situation in which there are not enough employees to handle the workload or to operate effectively.