Exam 15: Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood

Studies have found that the death rates of men with alcoholism who are in their 50s and early 60s are five to six times higher than among nonalcoholics.

Which of the following is a risk factor for osteoporosis?

According to Denney's model of exercised and unexercised skills illustrated in the textbook,the maximum level of cognitive and physical function an individual can achieve with exercise

Compared to men,women in middle adulthood are more likely NOT to describe themselves as

Which of the following is not one of Goleman's four stages for problem solving?

Which of the following descriptions best represents the Type A personality characteristic that is most strongly linked to cardiovascular disease?

In Canada,what is the leading cause of death among adults?

Alexander,age 55,believes there is something wrong with the telephone because he is experiencing difficulty hearing his 3-year-old granddaughter's voice when she calls.Alexander should be examined for

In Canada,______ of every 100 000 women between the ages of 45 and 54 die of heart disease.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that is likely to contribute to a male's problems with sexual functioning?

Among healthy middle-aged men,performance anxiety is a frequent cause of erectile dysfunction.

Overall,both Canadian men and women report improved mental health with increasing age.

Summarize the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy.

Which of the following physical conditions is strongly associated with the perimenopausal phase of menopause?

Which of the following is a NOT a true statement about alcoholism and brain functioning in middle age?

Middle-aged adults have higher rates of ________ than young adults.

Discuss cardiovascular disease as a health trend in Canada.What is the prevalence? What do we know about the relationship between heath-related choices and the development of cardiovascular disease? Use specific examples to illustrate the relationship between the health choice and CVD.

Some studies show that middle-aged adults outperform those who are younger.

What are the two age-related changes in the eyes that are collectively known as presbyopia?

Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement about the relationship between gender and health?