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Are you looking for Trivia Facts and Questions on Late Adulthood Development Psychology? Human behavior changes based on some factors, and when you compare the age of some people with the changes, some things will be common. Take this exciting quiz and get to refresh your understanding of this study. All the best as you tackle it!

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These theories argue that the mechanical functions of the body wear out with age. Some sub-theories say that the body's constant manufacture of energy to fuel its activities creates by-products, which eventually reach such high levels that they impair the body's normal functioning.

This theory maintains that processing in all parts of the nervous system, including the brain, becomes less efficient as we age.

This theory suggests that overall processing speed declines in the peripheral nervous system (PNS), which encompasses the nerves that branch out from the spinal cord and brain and reach the extremities of the body.

The number of people over age 85 is projected to increase from ________ by 2050. By the year 2020, there will be over 200,000. Projections into the year 2050 estimate that almost of the population will be over 65.

The fastest-growing segment of the population is what is termed the __________, people who are 85 or older.

A broad category covering several diseases, each of which includes serious memory loss accompanied by declines in other mental functioning, which is the most common mental disorder of the elderly.

Prejudice and discrimination are directed at older people, which is manifested in several ways.

Ageism is found in widespread ________ attitudes toward older people, suggesting that they are in less than full command of their faculties.

Erikson labeled the last stage of personality development ________________________, which is characterized by a process of looking back over one's life, evaluating it, and coming to terms with it.

The most common form of dementia is _______________, which is a progressive brain disorder that produces loss of memory and confusion.

The major developmental task states that those in old age must redefine themselves in ways that do not relate to their work-roles or occupations.

The major developmental task states that older adults must come to grips with their coming death. It is important at this stage to realize that although death is inevitable and not too far off, they have made important contributions to society.

The major developmental task states that people must learn to cope with and move beyond changes in physical capabilities as a result of aging.

According to Costa and McCrae, basic personality traits remain _________: agreeableness, satisfaction, intellect, extroversion, and energy.

Memory is related to general knowledge and facts (examples are how much is 2+2 or the names of the capitals of U.S. states).

A memory that relates to specific life experiences (for example, what year you last visited New York).

Memory involves memories that people are not consciously aware of (i.e., how to ride a bike).

Expert knowledge in the practical aspects of life.

According to this theory, successful aging occurs when people maintain the interests, activities, and social interactions with which they were involved during middle age.

A theory where people look backward and examine and evaluate their lives.

Moving in with children can lead to _ and potential loss of _____________. Older adults may feel uncomfortable with the way their children are raising their grandchildren. Older adults also move into facilities such as continuing-care communities, adult day-care facilities, and nursing facilities.

Assistance and comfort supplied by another person or a network of caring, interested people.

According to this theory, it's the period of late adulthood that marks a gradual withdrawal from the world on physical, psychological, and social levels.

The letters "DNR" (do not resuscitate) mean that medical personnel _________ go to extraordinary or extreme efforts to save the terminally ill patient.

Legal documents designating what medical treatments people want or do not want if they cannot express their wishes.

The US has a _ infant mortality rate. Parents dealing with infant death have a tough time, and depression is a common reaction. ________ is also difficult, especially since others do not attribute much meaning to this type of death, so parents feel isolated.

The leading cause of death in early adulthood continues to be __, followed by suicide, homicide, AIDS, and cancer. By the end of this period, _ becomes the leading cause of death.

___________ is the most common cause of death in middle-aged adults.

** are the most frequent cause of death in childhood but there are a substantial number of ____ as well.

The most frequent cause of adolescent death is _____________ (usually motor vehicle).

After they move beyond this previous stage, people may be likely to express ________. They may say things like "Why me/her?" "Why not you?" In this stage, people may be very difficult to be around.

The individual at this stage is overwhelmed by a deep sense of loss.

Resisting the whole idea of death ("No, I'm not or she's not"). _______ is a form of defense mechanism to allow one to absorb difficult information at one's own pace.

People are fully aware that death is impending. In this stage individuals near death make peace with death and may want to be left alone.

At this stage, individuals are trying to negotiate their way out of death. Typically, people try to "make deals" with God.

Late Adulthood Development Psychology! Quiz

These theories argue that the mechanical functions of the body wear out with age. Some sub-theories say that the body's constant manufacture of energy to fuel its activities creates by-products, which eventually reach such high levels that they impair the body's normal functioning.

This theory maintains that processing in all parts of the nervous system, including the brain, becomes less efficient as we age.

This theory suggests that overall processing speed declines in the peripheral nervous system (PNS), which encompasses the nerves that branch out from the spinal cord and brain and reach the extremities of the body.

The number of people over age 85 is projected to increase from ____________ by 2050. By the year 2020, there will be over 200,000. Projections into the year 2050 estimate that almost ____ of the population will be over 65.

The fastest-growing segment of the population is what is termed the __________, people who are 85 or older.

A broad category covering several diseases, each of which includes serious memory loss accompanied by declines in other mental functioning, which is the most common mental disorder of the elderly.

Prejudice and discrimination are directed at older people, which is manifested in several ways.

Ageism is found in widespread ________ attitudes toward older people, suggesting that they are in less than full command of their faculties.

Erikson labeled the last stage of personality development ________________________, which is characterized by a process of looking back over one's life, evaluating it, and coming to terms with it.

The most common form of dementia is _______________, which is a progressive brain disorder that produces loss of memory and confusion.

The major developmental task states that those in old age must redefine themselves in ways that do not relate to their work-roles or occupations.

The major developmental task states that older adults must come to grips with their coming death. It is important at this stage to realize that although death is inevitable and not too far off, they have made important contributions to society.

The major developmental task states that people must learn to cope with and move beyond changes in physical capabilities as a result of aging.

According to Costa and McCrae, basic personality traits remain _________: agreeableness, satisfaction, intellect, extroversion, and energy.

Memory is related to general knowledge and facts (examples are how much is 2+2 or the names of the capitals of U.S. states).

A memory that relates to specific life experiences (for example, what year you last visited New York).

Memory involves memories that people are not consciously aware of (i.e., how to ride a bike).

Expert knowledge in the practical aspects of life.

According to this theory, successful aging occurs when people maintain the interests, activities, and social interactions with which they were involved during middle age.

A theory where people look backward and examine and evaluate their lives.

Assistance and comfort supplied by another person or a network of caring, interested people.

According to this theory, it's the period of late adulthood that marks a gradual withdrawal from the world on physical, psychological, and social levels.

The letters "DNR" (do not resuscitate) mean that medical personnel _________ go to extraordinary or extreme efforts to save the terminally ill patient.

Legal documents designating what medical treatments people want or do not want if they cannot express their wishes.

The US has a _____ infant mortality rate. Parents dealing with infant death have a tough time, and depression is a common reaction. ____________ is also difficult, especially since others do not attribute much meaning to this type of death, so parents feel isolated.

The leading cause of death in early adulthood continues to be __________, followed by suicide, homicide, AIDS, and cancer. By the end of this period, _________ becomes the leading cause of death.

___________ is the most common cause of death in middle-aged adults.

________ are the most frequent cause of death in childhood but there are a substantial number of ____________ as well.

The most frequent cause of adolescent death is _____________ (usually motor vehicle).

After they move beyond this previous stage, people may be likely to express ________. They may say things like "Why me/her?" "Why not you?" In this stage, people may be very difficult to be around.

The individual at this stage is overwhelmed by a deep sense of loss.

Resisting the whole idea of death ("No, I'm not or she's not"). _______ is a form of defense mechanism to allow one to absorb difficult information at one's own pace.

People are fully aware that death is impending. In this stage individuals near death make peace with death and may want to be left alone.

At this stage, individuals are trying to negotiate their way out of death. Typically, people try to "make deals" with God.

The number of people over age 85 is projected to increase from ________ by 2050. By the year 2020, there will be over 200,000. Projections into the year 2050 estimate that almost of the population will be over 65.

The US has a _ infant mortality rate. Parents dealing with infant death have a tough time, and depression is a common reaction. ________ is also difficult, especially since others do not attribute much meaning to this type of death, so parents feel isolated.

The leading cause of death in early adulthood continues to be __, followed by suicide, homicide, AIDS, and cancer. By the end of this period, _ becomes the leading cause of death.

** are the most frequent cause of death in childhood but there are a substantial number of ____ as well.