Question 1

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of the conflict of generativity vs.stagnation culminates in _____ in old age.

Accepted Answer

According to Erikson, generativity vs. stagnation is the primary psychosocial conflict of middle adulthood. Those who successfully resolve this conflict develop a sense of caring for others, empathy, and concern, which can culminate in a sense of purpose and generativity in later life. Therefore, the best choice is A, caring for others, and empathy and concern.

Question 2

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of initiative vs.guilt?

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Question 3

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of autonomy vs.shame?

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Question 4

Stacy is a director of a senior center.Every week she leads a group where the elders discuss past activities and experiences.The members of the group are encouraged to share anecdotes,old pictures,and other family memorabilia that remind them of significant events in their past.Stacy's group is a form of:

Accepted Answer

The activity led by Stacy where the senior center members are encouraged to share memories and past memorabilia is a form of reminiscence therapy. This therapy is often used with older adults to improve their cognitive function, reduce feelings of depression and loneliness, and increase their sense of self-worth. Cognitive behavioral therapy (A) and rational emotive therapy (D) are types of psychotherapy that focus on changing negative thinking patterns and behaviors. Past life regression therapy (B) is a controversial form of therapy that claims to help individuals uncover past life experiences that may be impacting their current life, but it is not relevant to the scenario described in the passage.

Question 5

Olivia believes that the more dynamic and involved older adults are,the more likely they are to be satisfied with their lives.Thus she believes in:

Accepted Answer

The activity theory suggests that individuals who remain active and engaged throughout their later years will experience a greater sense of satisfaction and well-being. This theory opposes the idea that older adults will naturally withdraw from social and productive activities as they age, instead advocating for continued involvement in meaningful pursuits. Olivia's belief in the importance of dynamic and involved older adults aligns with the principles of the activity theory.

Question 6

Which of the following is most likely to be the reason why,according to the socioemotional selectivity theory,older adults deliberately increase the time spent with close friends and family members?

Accepted Answer

According to the socioemotional selectivity theory, as individuals age, they become more aware of the limited time they have left in life and begin to prioritize goals that are emotionally satisfying. This leads them to deliberately increase the time spent with close friends and family members, as these relationships tend to be the most emotionally fulfilling. Therefore, the most likely reason why older adults increase their time spent with these individuals is that they place a high value on emotional satisfaction.

Question 7

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of which developmental stage culminates an acceptance of the course of one's life and unfulfilled hopes in old age?

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Question 8

A recent meta-analysis of 128 studies found that through reminiscence therapy,clients attained a:

Accepted Answer

The meta-analysis found that reminiscence therapy was associated with a higher sense of integrity, which is one of Erikson's psychosocial stages of development in which individuals reflect back on their life and feel a sense of inner completion and acceptance of their experiences. The other options are not consistent with the findings of the study.

Question 9

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of which developmental stage culminates in existential identity in old age?

Accepted Answer

Erikson believed that the final stage of psychosocial development, occurring in old age, is integrity vs. despair. In this stage, individuals reflect on their lives and assess whether they have led a meaningful existence. The positive resolution of this stage involves achieving a sense of integrity, feeling that one's life has been purposeful and fulfilled. This is sometimes referred to as existential identity, which suggests a recognition and acceptance of one's own mortality and the ultimate meaninglessness of life itself.

Question 10

According to Erikson,in old age,the positive resolution of the conflict of identity vs.confusion culminates in:

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Question 11

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of basic trust vs.mistrust?

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According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, basic trust vs. mistrust is the first stage that occurs from birth to 18 months. The resolution of this stage is the development of hope, which is characterized by a belief that one's needs will be met by others. Hope serves as a foundation for future stages of development. Therefore, the positive resolution for basic trust vs. mistrust is choice A, Hope.

Question 12

When working with older clients,some clinicians use _____ therapy.Rita is in one such therapy program and her clinician has her discussing past activities and experiences with other individuals in her group.

Accepted Answer

Reminiscence therapy is a well-established therapeutic approach for older adults. It involves discussing past experiences and activities, using prompts such as photos or music, with the goal of promoting life review, increasing self-esteem, and improving mood. This therapy can be done in individual or group settings. Gestalt therapy focuses on increasing self-awareness and personal responsibility in the present moment, schema therapy focuses on modifying negative patterns of thinking and behavior, and drama therapy incorporates role-playing and theatrical techniques to explore emotions and relationships.

Question 13

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of identity vs.confusion?

Accepted Answer

Fidelity is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of identity vs. confusion, according to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. It involves developing a sense of self-identity and being able to commit to and maintain meaningful relationships and goals. Wisdom, care, and love are not directly related to this specific stage of development.

Question 14

Which of the following is true of activity theory?

Accepted Answer

Activity theory suggests that individuals will achieve greater life satisfaction if they continue their middle-adulthood roles into late adulthood and if these roles are stripped from them, it is important for them to find substitute roles that keep them dynamic and involved. Option A refers to regret theory, Option B refers to socioemotional selectivity theory, and Option C refers to the concept of reflective wisdom.

Question 15

Voletta believes that older adults become more selective about their social networks as they age.She is a proponent of:

Accepted Answer

Voletta's belief aligns with the socioemotional selectivity theory, which proposes that as people age, they become more selective about their social relationships and prioritize emotionally meaningful relationships over those that are less emotionally fulfilling.

Question 16

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of industry vs.inferiority?

Accepted Answer

The psychological conflict of industry vs. inferiority occurs during middle childhood, and the positive resolution is competence, which involves developing a sense of mastery and capability in tasks and activities. Fidelity is the resolution of the conflict of identity vs. role confusion in adolescence, wisdom is the resolution of the conflict of integrity vs. despair in late adulthood, and love is not a resolution of any of Erikson's psychological conflicts.

Question 17

According to Erikson,in old age,the positive resolution of the conflict of intimacy vs.isolation culminates in:

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Question 18

Which of the following theories explains why older adults spend most of their time with familiar individuals and family?

Accepted Answer

Socioemotional selectivity theory proposes that as individuals age, they become more aware of their limited time left in life and therefore prioritize spending time with familiar individuals and family who provide emotional meaning and satisfaction.

Question 19

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of which developmental stage culminates in appreciation of interdependence and relatedness in old age?

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Question 20

Life review:

Accepted Answer

Life review can result in positive outcomes such as increased meaning in life and mastery, but it can also bring up negative thoughts and unresolved issues, which can lead to bitterness. This highlights the importance of providing support during the life review process, as it can be a complex and emotional experience for some individuals. Choices A, C, and D are not directly related to the concept of life review.

Quiz 19: Socioemotional Development in Late Adulthood

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of the conflict of generativity vs.stagnation culminates in _____ in old age.

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of initiative vs.guilt?

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of autonomy vs.shame?

Olivia believes that the more dynamic and involved older adults are,the more likely they are to be satisfied with their lives.Thus she believes in:

Which of the following is most likely to be the reason why,according to the socioemotional selectivity theory,older adults deliberately increase the time spent with close friends and family members?

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of which developmental stage culminates an acceptance of the course of one's life and unfulfilled hopes in old age?

A recent meta-analysis of 128 studies found that through reminiscence therapy,clients attained a:

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of which developmental stage culminates in existential identity in old age?

According to Erikson,in old age,the positive resolution of the conflict of identity vs.confusion culminates in:

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of basic trust vs.mistrust?

When working with older clients,some clinicians use _____ therapy.Rita is in one such therapy program and her clinician has her discussing past activities and experiences with other individuals in her group.

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of identity vs.confusion?

Which of the following is true of activity theory?

Voletta believes that older adults become more selective about their social networks as they age.She is a proponent of:

Which of the following is the positive resolution of the psychological conflict of industry vs.inferiority?

According to Erikson,in old age,the positive resolution of the conflict of intimacy vs.isolation culminates in:

Which of the following theories explains why older adults spend most of their time with familiar individuals and family?

According to Erikson,the positive resolution of which developmental stage culminates in appreciation of interdependence and relatedness in old age?

Life review: