Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Social

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the social contexts of aging?

• A) People aged 80 and older are more likely to be victimized by crime than people in any other age group.
• B) Affluent individuals with large amounts of equity in their homes prefer moving to nursing homes rather than remaining in their homes.
• C) Older adults are relatively less willing to enter nursing homes when they perceive themselves to be in poor health.
• D) Older Americans report that they prefer staying in their homes as long as their physical and mental conditions allow them to do so.

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Definitions:

Need-Threat Model

A psychological framework that explains how individuals respond to situations that threaten their essential needs.

Sorority

A social organization primarily for female students in colleges or universities, dedicated to personal development, community service, and forming social bonds.

Social Loneliness

A feeling of isolation or disconnectedness from others, often stemming from a perceived lack of meaningful social relationships.

Emotional Loneliness

A feeling of solitude or detachment arising from a lack of close or intimate relationships.