CLEP Intro to Educational Psychology Exam Prep

Category - CLEP Intro Educational Psychology

Carl is 80 years old. He plays bingo on Tuesday mornings, plays poker with his friend occasionally, and visits his daughter and her family on Sunday evenings. What component of successful aging does this describe?
  1. Health
  2. Mental activity
  3. Social engagement
  4. Productivity
  5. Life satisfaction
Explanation
Answer: C - Social engagement is an important component of successful aging. Social connections with both friends and family are associated with higher life satisfaction among the elderly. Social engagement is not the same as dependence. For social engagement to benefit elderly individuals, it must be voluntary and mutually enjoyable.
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