,1. Which of the following theories emphasizes the role of
perceived control in adulthood adaptation?
- A) Erikson's Psychosocial Development
- B) Cognitive Dissonance Theory
- C) Langer's Theory of Mindfulness
- D) Bandura's Social Learning Theory
- Correct Answer: D) Bandura's Social Learning Theory
- Rationale: Bandura's theory highlights the importance of
self-efficacy and perceived control in influencing behaviors
and adaptations in adulthood.
2. Adult attachment styles are primarily assessed using
which instrument?
- A) Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)
- B) Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
- C) Adult Attachment Interview (AAI)
- D) Rorschach Inkblot Test
- Correct Answer: C) Adult Attachment Interview (AAI)
- Rationale: The AAI is a widely recognized tool used for
assessing adult attachment styles by evaluating "state of
mind" regarding attachment.
, how previously obtained information was acquired.
4. Which concept describes middle-aged adults seeking to
improve themselves through learning and experience?
- A) Generativity
- B) Stagnation
- C) Boomerang effect
- D) Self-actualization
- Correct Answer: A) Generativity
- Rationale: In Erikson's stages of psychosocial
development, generativity in middle age involves
contributing to society and helping the next generation.
5. According to the socioemotional selectivity theory, older
adults tend to prefer:
- A) Acquiring new knowledge over emotional regulation
- B) Forming new social circles over deepening existing
relationships
- C) Emotionally meaningful goals over knowledge
acquisition
- D) Higher risk activities due to perceived limited time
- Correct Answer: C) Emotionally meaningful goals over
knowledge acquisition
- Rationale: This theory suggests that as people perceive
their time as limited, they prioritize emotionally satisfying
and meaningful activities.
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