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Gerontology Exam #1
Chapters 1-6
Question | Answer |
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youngest-old | 65-74 years |
oldest-old | 85+ years |
old-old | 75-84 years |
Centenarians | 100+ years |
Gerontology | Sociology, psychology, reasearch |
Geriatrics | diseases, Pathology, healthcare |
Aging | developing of the body through the lifespan |
5 types of aging | 1. Chronological2.Biological3.Psychological4.Social5. Functional ability |
Older adults are esteemed for: | 1. Skills and knowledge2.Security from property ownership3.Civil and political power4. information/wisdom control5. needed services provided (ex= childcare) |
Modernization Theory (means lower status of older adults)4 Characteristics | 1.Health Technology2. Scientific technology3. Urbanization4. increased literacy/education |
Alternatives to Modernization Theory | -Economics (low vs high income)-Gender differences-Societal norms (American vs. Asian culture) ex= filial piety |