Conscientiousness increases dramatically from early adulthood and peaks during middle adulthood, followed by a decline during late adulthood
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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All of the following are characteristics of suicidal thinking EXCEPT for
a. a desire to escape. b. unbearable psychological pain. c. frustrated needs. d. having too many options.
In a cross-cultural study examining child-rearing practices, it was demonstrated that toddlers with ______ mothers were more obedient but less self-aware than toddlers with distal mothers
Fill in the blank with correct word
Based on your textbook's discussion, which of the following statements is most accurate?
a) There are really no differences between gays and straights on measures of physical and mental health. b) There are a few differences between gays and straights on measures of physical and mental health, probably stemming from the same biological source as sexual orientation itself. c) There are a few differences between gays and straights on measures of physical and mental health, probably reflecting the stigmatization that gays and lesbians face. d) There are many differences between gays and straights on measures of physical and mental health, probably stemming from the same biological source as sexual orientation itself.
Which model of successful aging was developed by Paul and Margret Baltes and focuses on the assumption that late adulthood brings changes and losses in underlying capabilities that vary from person to person?
a) Continuity theory b) Activity theory c) Selective optimization with compensation d) Compensational theory