Which of the Following Statements About Contextual Influences on Psychological

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about contextual influences on psychological well-being in late adulthood is true?

• A) Older adults living alone are more likely than those living with others to experience the dependency-support script.
• B) Older adults living with their adult children rarely experience the dependency-support script.
• C) Both the dependency-support script and the independence-ignore script reinforce dependent behaviors.
• D) Both the dependency-support script and the independence-ignore script reinforce independent behaviors.

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Definitions:

Racial Discrimination

Unjust treatment of individuals based on their race or ethnicity, leading to disparities in rights, resources, and opportunities.

Economic Inequality

The unequal distribution of income and opportunity between different groups in society.

Appearance

The way that someone or something looks to others, often emphasizing physical aspects such as clothing, grooming, and body shape.

Authority

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.