Mor Suggests That the Compression of Morbidity May Turn Out

question 24

Essay

Mor suggests that the compression of morbidity may turn out to be a cohort effect and not a lasting improvement in the functioning of older adults. What does Mor base his argument on? Do you agree or disagree with his thinking?

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In operant conditioning, what occurs when a behaviour increases in frequency as a result of consistent consequences.

Problem Solving

The process of identifying solutions to specific issues by applying appropriate techniques or knowledge.

Behavioural Activation

A therapy technique focused on helping individuals improve their mood by increasing their engagement in positively reinforcing activities.

Response Shaping

A process of shaping behaviour by gradual approximations of what is expected. For example, a child who is intellectual disability and may be unable to get dressed independently can be taught the process gradually by being rewarded for putting on one item at a time until he or she is eventually able to handle the entire task.