According to the Longitudinal Study by Schaie,which Test of Primary

question 84

Multiple Choice

According to the longitudinal study by Schaie,which test of primary mental ability actually showed increases into old age?

• A) Word meaning
• B) Word fluency
• C) Perceptual speed
• D) Spatial orientation

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Definitions:

Circumstantiality

A communication disorder where the individual includes unnecessary detail and struggles to get to the point, often seen in cognitive disorders or neurological conditions.

Delusions

False beliefs that are strongly held in spite of invalidating evidence, often symptomatic of psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia.

Distortions of Body Image

Misconceptions or misperceptions about one's body size, shape, or appearance, often associated with psychological distress.

Constricted

Characterized by restricted emotional expression or a narrowing of thought processes and responsiveness.