Asked by Amber Mattice on Jul 02, 2024

James believes that he has a limited time left to live.He contemplates the meaning of life frequently and tries to spend as much time as he can with his family.Which theory would BEST predict this behavior?

A) integrity versus despair
B) socio-emotional selectivity theory
C) stratification theory
D) disengagement theory

Socio-emotional Selectivity Theory

A theory suggesting that as people age, they become more selective in their social relationships to maximize positive emotional experiences.

  • Gain insight into how a positive world perspective and emotional-social selection affect older adults.