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- 3. and tear theory suggests that after repeated injury, cells wear out and cease to function
- 7. is stage of development for Eriksons late adult 65+
- 9. is age-related loss of hearing acuity
- 12. system failure theory hypothesizes that the decline of the immune function causes the body to slow its response to foriegn invaders, making elderly people more susceptible to major/minor infections
- 13. developmental theory views each person as unique individual with distinct personality. refers to the belief that a persons personality and pattern of coping remain unchanged with aging.
- 15. theory is based on the idea that highly unstable molecules may result from cellular metabolism or substances in atmosphere
- 18. theory suggests society and the individual gradually withdraw or disengage from each other
- 20. is Eriksons primary task of middle adulthood. Refers to individuals desire/ability to serve the larger community
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- 1. may become more important during middle adulthood and may guide the person in making moral decisions.
- 2. generation refers to adult caregivers who are "sandwiched" between their children and elderly parents
- 4. theory suggests that aging is related to the bodys weakening immune system, which fails to recognize its own tissues and may destroy itself
- 5. is what happens when a middle adult fails to achieve generativity. includes self-absorption, immaturity, depression.
- 6. is when children leave the home when old enough, leaving the parents to live alone. can be a difficult time for middle adults
- 8. is normal symptoms of aging
- 10. old is 65-74 years old
- 11. is a decreased ability to focus on nearby objects (farsightedness)
- 14. is 75-90 years old
- 16. theory suggests individuals achieve satisfaction from life by maintaining a high level of social activity and involvement
- 17. theory is connective tissues cells have internal clock that is genetically programmed to stop cell reproduction after so many reproductions
- 19. old is age 90+