Which of the Following Best Summarizes How Disengagement Theory Views

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes how disengagement theory views the elderly?

• A) As people age,they are more interested in watching TV than interacting with others.
• B) As people age,they no longer want to participate fully in society.
• C) As people age,they need to be removed from their traditional roles to free up those roles for the younger generation.
• D) As people age,they are not given the same respect as the younger generation.

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Definitions:

Run Down

A state of being tired, exhausted, or lacking energy, often as a result of prolonged stress or overwork.

Parasuicidal

Behavior that is similar to suicide attempts but without a clear intention to cause death, often a cry for help or a sign of distress.

Ambivalence

The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone, often resulting in uncertainty or difficulty in making decisions.

Suicide Risk

The likelihood that an individual will attempt to take their own life, often assessed through various psychological and behavioral factors.