DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
ADULTHOOD PHYSICAL COGNITIVE AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
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physical changes of aging
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a person’s life satisfaction
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life expectancy
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life span
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Detailed explanation-1: -Three major psychosocial theories on aging are continuity theory, disengagement theory, and activity theory.
Detailed explanation-2: -The literature suggests that both explanations are valid; psychological theories of aging can refer to both psychological changes as a result of aging and adaptive psychological mechanisms (or lack thereof) to counteract the losses associated with physical decline.
Detailed explanation-3: -Three major psychosocial theories of aging-activity theory, disengagement theory, and continuity theory-are summarized and evaluated.
Detailed explanation-4: -Psychological effects can start to exhibit as early as you experience the initial visible signs of aging. Men and women become more conscious about their looks and body shape because it influences their social and professional life. This may cause mild to moderate depression, anxiety, and increased distress.