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Human Development Across the Lifespan Cover Image
Human Development Across the Lifespan, 5/e
John S. Dacey, Boston College
John F. Travers, Boston College

Late Adulthood
Psychosocial Development in Late Adulthood

True False Quiz

Choose the best answer:



1

Many elders move closer to their children or other relatives primarily because of the need for care.
A)True
B)False
2

In most industrial and non-industrial societies, the care and attitude toward the elderly is that of respect and reverence.
A)True
B)False
3

Moving into an assisted living residence may be considered convenient, due to meal preparation and house keeping, or may be a humiliating dependence on others.
A)True
B)False
4

When a person demonstrates positive adaptation to the aging process, he or she experiences successful aging.
A)True
B)False
5

Depression and stress are common risk factors for care givers of the elderly.
A)True
B)False
6

Lee and associates found that white Americans were less likely to be cared for by their children than African American elderly.
A)True
B)False
7

Grandparenthood is positively linked to the mental health and morale of elderly people.
A)True
B)False