Middle Adulthood
Age for middle adulthood
40-65
RATIONALE: That's the age group. Book says it
Leading cause of death for middle adulthood
(from small book)
Cancer and heart disease
RATIONALE: risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, smoking, and physical inactivity tend to accumulate over time in middle age, significantly increasing the likelihood of developing cardiovascular issues like heart attacks and strokes
The primary focus of Erikson’s psychosocial stage for middle adulthood.
What is Generativity vs. Stagnation
RATIONALE: Where individuals strive to contribute meaningfully to society by raising children, mentoring others, or creating positive change, essentially leaving a lasting legacy and feeling like they are making a difference in the world; failing to achieve this can lead to feelings of stagnation and a lack of purpose in life.
Younger adults sleep more, less, or the same as an adult in middle adulthood?
Less
RATIONALE: Due to difficulty sleeping at night and remaining to stay asleep.
What vision defect starts to occur at age 40?
Presbyopia
RATIONALE: Caused by the natural aging of the eye's lens, which becomes less flexible and harder, making it difficult to focus on nearby objects