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Successful Aging

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1.  When was the following text first written: "It is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgement; in these qualities old age is usually not only not poorer, but is even richer." 1988 1961 33 A.D. 44 B.C.

2.  Which of the following populations represent the greatest percent of older adults? Successful "agers" Normal "agers" Abnormal "agers" None of the above

3.  Which of the following are considered components of successful aging? Avoiding disease Engaging in life Staying active All of the above

4.  Abnormal aging includes all of the following EXCEPT: Presence of age-related changes Abnormal diseases Active lifestyle Abnormal syndromes

5.  A predictive variable of high cognitive function is Decreased cardiovascular function Isolation Strenuous activity in and around the home Dependency

6.  According to Rowe & Khan, "Successful aging goes beyond potential; it involves _____." Opportunity Activity Persistence Environment

7.  When were the concepts of successful aging first introduced? 1940's 1950's 1960's 1970's

8.  From the slide on "Disease Risk, Disability and Death", which of the following is correct about the Risk curve? With age, risk decreases With age, risk increases With age, risk does not change None of the above

9.  "Positive Change" is possible if: Capacity remains Plasticity is possible Reslilience All of the above

10.  If a person with high capabilities is engaged in an activity requiring high skills, which of the following mental states are they likely to experience? Flow Bored Relaxed Anxiety