Which Theory Challenges the Notion That Older Adults Are in Despair

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which theory challenges the notion that older adults are in despair because of social isolation?

• A)socioemotional selectivity theory
• B)activity theory
• C)disengagement theory
• D)social breakdown theory

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