Compared with younger adults, older adults:

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Research in psychology suggests that compared with younger adults, older adults tend to distort their memories in a way that makes them more emotionally gratifying, experience fewer negative emotions, and are less likely to confront their emotions. This is consistent with theories of socioemotional selectivity, which propose that as people age, they prioritize emotional goals and thus manage their emotional experiences and memories in a way that maximizes positive outcomes.

Compared with Younger Adults, Older Adults