Describe five of the seven characteristics of older individuals who remain "mentally sharp," according to Shaie, and list three of the four psychological characteristics shared by the happiest, healthiest, older people
What will be an ideal response?
Answer will include five the the following seven characteristics of people who remain mentally sharp in old age: (1) you remain healthy; (2) you live in a favorable environment (you are educated, have a stimulating occupation, above-average income, and an intact family); (3) you are involved in intellectually stimulating activities (reading, travel, continuing education, etc.); (4) you have a flexible personality; (5) you are married to a smart person; (6) you maintain your perceptual processing speed; and (7) you were satisfied with your accomplishments in midlife. In addition, the answer should include three of the four psychological characteristics shared by the healthiest, happiest older people are (1) optimism, hope, and an interest in the future;
(2) gratitude and forgiveness (an ability to focus on what is good in life); (3) empathy (an ability to share the feelings of others and see the world through their eyes); and
(4) connection with others (an ability to reach out and to give and receive social support).
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