Which of the Following Is NOT True About People in Their

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true about people in their 60s and 70s?

• A) It is when we first start to notice a decline in our sensory abilities.
• B) Pupils begin to shrink.
• C) The immune system begins to decline.
• D) We typically become thinner.

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Definitions:

Emotion-Focused Coping

In the cognitive-appraisal model, coping strategy directed toward managing the emotional response to a stressful situation so as to lessen its physical or psychological impact.

Problem-Focused Coping

In the cognitive-appraisal model, coping strategy directed toward eliminating, managing, or improving a stressful situation.

Continuity Theory

A theory which suggests that individuals attempt to maintain consistent patterns, traits, and coping mechanisms throughout their life, contributing to their personal identity and adaptation.

Activity Theory

A theory suggesting that ongoing activity is necessary for a positive experience of aging, emphasizing the importance of social engagement and activity in later life.