Ryff Found That for Many Older Adults, Age-Related Declines Are

question 395

Multiple Choice

Ryff found that for many older adults, age-related declines are offset by all of the following EXCEPT

• A)a better understanding of how the world works.
• B)financial stability.
• C)greater mastery of life's demands.
• D)positive relationships with others.

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Definitions:

Drive Theories

Psychological theories suggesting that behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal tension caused by unmet biological needs.

Motivation

The psychological factors or driving forces that compel or prompt an individual to act in a certain manner.

Homeostatic

Pertaining to homeostasis, which is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs in priority, culminating in self-actualization.