#1
Which of the following is NOT a common psychological change in adulthood?
Decreased ability to adapt to new situations
ExplanationAdulthood typically involves increased adaptability to new situations.
#2
What is the primary focus of the 'Big Five' personality traits?
Broad dimensions of personality
ExplanationThe 'Big Five' personality traits focus on broad dimensions of personality: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.
#3
What is the term for the period in late adulthood characterized by a decline in physical and cognitive abilities?
Senescence
ExplanationSenescence refers to the period in late adulthood marked by declining physical and cognitive abilities.
#4
What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals experience a decline in the ability to hear high-frequency sounds as they age?
Presbycusis
ExplanationPresbycusis refers to age-related hearing loss, particularly in high-frequency sounds.
#5
What is the term for the period during which physical signs of aging become more apparent?
Senescence
ExplanationSenescence refers to the period when physical signs of aging become more apparent.
#6
What is the term for the stage in adulthood where individuals focus on careers, family, and contributing to society?
Middle adulthood
ExplanationMiddle adulthood is the stage where individuals focus on careers, family, and contributing to society.
#7
What is Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development?
It describes the stages of emotional development throughout life
ExplanationErikson's theory outlines stages of emotional development from infancy to old age.
#8
Which of the following is a common emotional change experienced in midlife crisis?
Feelings of dissatisfaction and questioning life choices
ExplanationMidlife crisis often involves questioning life choices and feeling dissatisfied.
#9
Which psychological theory suggests that individuals strive for self-actualization, fulfilling their potential?
Humanistic theory
ExplanationHumanistic theory emphasizes individuals' pursuit of self-actualization and fulfillment.
#10
According to research, what tends to happen to cognitive abilities as people age into late adulthood?
They remain stable in most individuals
ExplanationCognitive abilities tend to remain stable for most individuals as they age into late adulthood.
#11
Which of the following is a common emotion experienced in the empty nest syndrome?
Sadness
ExplanationSadness is a common emotion experienced in empty nest syndrome when children leave home.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a common coping mechanism for dealing with stress in adulthood?
Escapist coping
ExplanationEscapist coping is not a common coping mechanism for dealing with stress in adulthood.
#13
According to socioemotional selectivity theory, what happens to social networks as people age?
They shrink as individuals prioritize emotionally meaningful connections
ExplanationSocial networks tend to shrink as people prioritize emotionally close relationships with age.
#14
What role does generativity versus stagnation play in Erikson's theory of psychosocial development?
It addresses the challenge of contributing to society and future generations
ExplanationGenerativity versus stagnation focuses on contributing to society and future generations.