When are older adults at a greater risk for stress-related problems? (Select all that apply.)
a. When there is a chronic illness
b. When they have suffered the loss of a spouse
c. When they have relocated
d. When their income is reduced
e. When they have general adaptation syndrome
ANS: A, B, C, D
A chronic illness, the loss of a spouse, relocation, and reduced income are stress-producing events. General adaptation syndrome is a theory.
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