In what ways does social exchange theory challenge activity theory and disengagement theory?

What will be an ideal response?


Social exchange theory argues that social withdrawal happens, not because of system needs or individual choice, but because of unequal exchanges between older adults and other members of society.

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Purging refers to:

a) Eating excessive amounts of food in a short period of time b) Falsely viewing oneself as “fat” c) Forcing oneself to vomit d) Using excessive amounts of exercise as a way to lose weight

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What are the goals of photo voice?

What will be an ideal response?

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Studies have related the causes of homosexuality to

a. sexual abuse as a child. b. dysfunctional family interactions. c. increased psychopathology among homosexuals. d. some biologically based factors

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Define "family preservation services."

a. Providing services outside of the home. b. Not letting the family members interact with the child. c. When out-of-home placement appears to be imminent, it is possible to prevent placement by the provision of intense services delivered in the child’s home over a brief, time-limited period. d. Both A and C

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