Which term refers to the physical or psychological mistreatment or neglect of elderly individuals?

A. elder ignorance
B. ageism
C. elder abuse
D. age discrimination


Answer: C

Psychology

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a. low levels of serotonin b. high levels of serotonin c. low levels of dopamine d. high levels of dopamine

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a. complexity of sound waves b. amplitude of sound waves c. frequency of sound waves d. length of sound waves

Psychology

A significant body of research indicates ____ for exam stress; large scale disasters; loss of a spouse; response to viral challenge including herpes simplex, Epstein Barr, HIV, and cold virus; and long-term caregiving by loved ones of persons with dementia. a. immune system growth c. increased growth of phagocytes b. immune system suppression d. immune dysregulation

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology

The elimination of unneeded connections in the brain is called

A) synaptogenesis. B) synaptic pruning. C) synaptic gapping. D) synaptic vesicle.

Psychology