Socioemotional selectivity theory argues that
A) older adults deliberately withdraw from peripheral relationships, while increasing contact with close friends and family members that offer enjoyable relationships.
B) older adults deliberately withdraw from contact with close friends, and focus their relationships only on family members.
C) deliberately increase new social relationships at the expense of their old relationships.
D) older adults systematically expand their social network since they have more time to spare and are concerned about being lonely and ignored by others.

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Socioemotional selectivity theory argues that as people age, they become more aware of their limited time left in life and prioritize emotionally meaningful relationships over new or peripheral relationships. Therefore, older adults tend to withdraw from peripheral relationships and focus on maintaining or strengthening their relationships with close friends and family members who offer enjoyable and supportive relationships. This helps them to maximize emotional satisfaction and well-being.

Socioemotional Selectivity Theory Argues That