Statistics Reveal That the Profile for Most Centenarians (People Aged

question 72

Multiple Choice

Statistics reveal that the profile for most centenarians (people aged 100 and older) looks unusual as compared with other older adults.What is the difference?

• A)These centenarians had mostly never gotten married.
• B)These centenarians had a low rate of age-related diseases.
• C)These centenarians were married more than once.
• D)These centenarians were mostly millionaires.

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Definitions:

Feelings of Inferiority

Emotions or beliefs involving a sense of being less valuable, capable, or worthy compared to others, often discussed in psychological contexts.

Self-concept

an individual's perception of self, encompassing beliefs, feelings, and thoughts about one's identity and abilities.

Self-regard

An individual's view of themselves, often reflecting a level of personal esteem or respect.

Self-esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth, incorporating beliefs about oneself as well as emotional states, such as triumph, despair, pride, and shame.