Which of the Following Is the Most Common Explanation Given

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most common explanation given by researchers for the low rate of depression among older adults?

• A)Older people generally develop dementia, so they don't know they are depressed.
• B)As people age, they develop adaptive coping skills and a psychologically healthier outlook on life.
• C)Older adults tend to be in denial regarding the status of their psychological well-being.
• D)The elderly usually decline requests for participation in research studies on mental health.

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Definitions:

Sense of Well-being

A feeling of health, happiness, and prosperity, often considered as a holistic understanding of one’s physical, psychological, and social health.

Financial Strain

A condition of experiencing stress due to inadequate financial resources or difficulties in managing financial obligations.

Financially Independent

The state of having sufficient personal wealth to live, without having to work actively for basic necessities.

Launched

The act of starting or initiating something, such as a product in the market or a spacecraft into orbit, often with a formal event or announcement.