Which of the following characteristics of older adults is explained by the subculture theory?
A) Older adults have little control over the biologic effects of the aging process.
B) Older adults have a decreased need for social interaction and peer support as they become older.
C) Older adults may see their status with their peers in terms of economic achievement.
D) Older adults may interact much more with other older adults than with members of other age groups.
Ans: D
The subculture theory maintains that older people are less well integrated into the larger society and interact more among themselves, compared with people from other age groups. The theory does not prioritize economic achievement or the biologic effects of aging. Older adults do not have a diminished need for social interaction.
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