A researcher selects a sample of 65-year-olds and interviews and tests them every two years for 14 years. Over these years, some of the subjects die or drop out of the
study. This phenomenon is referred to as _______. a. attrition
b. terminal drop
c. longitudinal loss
d. selective bias
a
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a) belongingness needs b) esteem needs c) aesthetic needs d) physiological needs
At least one-tenth of the aged are living in long-stay institutions, such as nursing homes, mental hospitals, and homes for the aged.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A review of Oregon's assisted suicide law found that:
A. suicide rates among the mentally ill have increased B. suicide rates actually decreased C. an increase in elder abuse occurred D. there had been no abuse or problems anticipated by opponents
Most antidepressants take at least _____ to minimize symptoms of depression.
A) 3 days B) 1 week C) 2 weeks D) 1 month