REVIEW: Cite examples of how older adults can compensate for age-related physical declines. APPLY: The best...

 

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REVIEW: Cite examples of how older adults can compensate for age-related physical declines. APPLY: "The best way to adjust to this is to learn to like it," though 65-year-old Herman, inspecting his thinning hair in the mirror. "I remember reading that bald older men are regarded as leaders. "What type of coping is Herman using, and why is it effective? CONNECT: Review research on stereotype threat on page 314 in Chapter 9. How do stereotypes of aging similarly affect elders' behavior? REFLECT: While watching TV during the coming week, keep a log of portrayals of older adults in programs and commercials. Were elders underrepresented? How many images were positive? How many negative? Compare your observations with research findings. REVIEW: Cite examples of how older adults can compensate for age-related physical declines. APPLY: "The best way to adjust to this is to learn to like it," though 65-year-old Herman, inspecting his thinning hair in the mirror. "I remember reading that bald older men are regarded as leaders. "What type of coping is Herman using, and why is it effective? CONNECT: Review research on stereotype threat on page 314 in Chapter 9. How do stereotypes of aging similarly affect elders' behavior? REFLECT: While watching TV during the coming week, keep a log of portrayals of older adults in programs and commercials. Were elders underrepresented? How many images were positive? How many negative? Compare your observations with research findings.

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Aging is a normal phenomenon which is not a crisis for most people However those who have previously ... View the full answer