Ileane Is Making the Case That People Get Happier in Later

question 23

Multiple Choice

Ileane is making the case that people get happier in later life. Which argument might she make?

• A) Older people withdraw from life, and so they are exposed to fewer upsetting experiences.
• B) The elderly have fewer day-to-day stresses, pressures, and hassles.
• C) The elderly spend more time watching TV.
• D) The elderly no longer care as much about being loved.

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Definitions:

Gay and Lesbian

Terms used to describe individuals who are attracted to the same sex, with "gay" typically referring to men, and "lesbian" referring to women.

Hopelessness and Despair

Feelings of extreme discouragement, despair, or a sense of futility, often associated with depression.

Enuresis

The medical term for involuntary urination, especially by children at night.

Organic Causes

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