Aging Successfully – Flashcards

Mahmoud's grandparents have him to help them buy a computer and teach them how to use the internet. Which of the following terms describes Mahmoud's grandparents' readiness to learn something new? Select one: a. Social engagement b. Geriatric thymia c. Super cognition d. Cognitive adventurousness

Which of the following is the tendency to turn to religious beliefs and institutions for support in times of difficulty? Select one: a. Superstitious religiosity b. Religiosity c. Religious coping d. Tribulatory spirituality

Which of the following is an effect of volunteerism upon older adults? Select one: a. improved life satisfaction. b. increased extroversion and decreased introversion in personality. c. decreased health. d. increased mortality rate.

Which of the following is a characteristic that is known to predict high life satisfaction among older adults? Select one: a. Self-ratings of health b. An extroverted personality c. Unfavorable comparisons to others of the same age d. Perceptions that important aspects of life, such as income or social support, are inadequate

Which of the following is the best definition of spirituality? Select one: a. The adherence to a strictly defined set of beliefs b. Belonging to a mainstream religious group c. A tendency to focus on the philosophical aspects of one's physical existence d. A general tendency to focus on aspects of life which transcend one's physical existence

What is the term used by gerontologists to describe maintaining one's physical health, mental abilities, social competence and general satisfaction with life? Select one: a. Aging gracefully b. Nonresistant aging c. Elderpeace d. Successful aging

Which component of social support seems to be most meaningful to elderly adults? Select one: a. Instrumental support, such as help with chores, rather than emotional support b. The opportunity to reciprocate and give support as well as receive it c. Knowing that others can be depended upon to help when their assistance is needed d. The frequency of social contacts with friends, family, and community members

Which of the following describes the component of successful aging that involves a willingness to learn new things? Select one: a. Cognitive dissonance b. Acceptance of changes c. Cognitive adventurousness d. Social engagement