Beth decides to socialize with fewer friends than she did when she was younger, but each relationship is deeply satisfying and enjoyable to her. This is an example of
A) socioemotional selectivity theory.
B) fight or flight behavior.
C) tend and befriend behavior.
D) having less contentment and more extreme joy.

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Beth's behavior is an example of socioemotional selectivity theory, which suggests that as people age, they become more selective in their social interactions and focus on relationships that are most meaningful to them. Essentially, as people age, they prioritize emotional satisfaction over quantity of social connections.

Beth Decides to Socialize with Fewer Friends Than She Did