Late Adulthood WS: Answer the following questions in full sentences.
1. Summarize the trends in life expectancy in the U.S. from the early 20th century into the 21st century. Be detailed and specific in your answer.
2. What are the poor health habits that seem to have the biggest impact on decreased longevity? What is the single most crucial variable in predicting longevity in later life?
3. Explain the Hayflick limit.
4. Summarize Cohen's four-stage theory of mid- to late-life creativity and give an example to illustrate each stage.
5. How does attendance at religious services correlate with health? Explain the possible reasons for this correlation.
6. List three residential options for older adults. Identify the characteristics of the aging adult as they apply to making decisions about these options.
7. What factors are most relevant to an individual's decision to retire?
8. Identify and explain the components of successful aging.
Late Adulthood WS: Answer the following questions in full sentences.
1. Summarize the trends in life expectancy in the U.S. from the early 20th century into the 21st century. Be detailed and specific in your answer.
2. What are the poor health habits that seem to have the biggest impact on decreased longevity? What is the single most crucial variable in predicting longevity in later life?
3. Explain the Hayflick limit.
4. Summarize Cohen's four-stage theory of mid- to late-life creativity and give an example to illustrate each stage.
5. How does attendance at religious services correlate with health? Explain the possible reasons for this correlation.
6. List three residential options for older adults. Identify the characteristics of the aging adult as they apply to making decisions about these options.
7. What factors are most relevant to an individual's decision to retire?
8. Identify and explain the components of successful aging.
