Exam 3 Study Guide

The concepts below highlight important topics that covered in in the course leading up to Exam 3. After reviewing the lesson material, formulate effective answers to these questions to best prepare for the exam.

1. Explain cultural factors and how they may impact older adults.
2. Describe factors that impact life expectancy.
3. Describe the stages of Erikson's lifespan development that influence middle and late adulthood.
4. Explain Elizabeth Kubler-Ross' theory and identify the stages of this theory.
5. Discuss the role of gender in the aging process.
6. Explain how attachment theory is relevant in middle and late adulthood.
7. What role do hormones play in the aging process and describe any gender differences.
8. Define the different types of intelligence and any changes that occur across the lifespan.
9. Describe at least two different cognitive disorders that most often occur in middle to late adulthood.
10. Define what is meant by the term "midlife crisis" and describe any gender differences in this process.
11. Describe the changes that occur in each of the senses in late adulthood.
12. Describe how nutrition and the aging process are connected.
13. Discuss methods of improving memory in middle and late adulthood.
14. Define and discuss the term "successful aging".