Denise retired from her job as a librarian in her local school district. She loved seeing the children every day. Now that she is retired, she has decided to volunteer at her local library leading story times for preschoolers. What theory of social interaction and elders' psychological functioning is she demonstrating?

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Denise is demonstrating activity theory by remaining socially active and engaging in meaningful activities after retirement. Activity theory suggests that staying active and engaged in one's later years leads to a more positive experience of aging.

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