Question

As Salvatore grows older, he feels closer to his siblings and more connected with his spouse. At 85, his contact with acquaintances has diminished and he is left with a few very close relationships. He is not terribly interested in forming any new social ties. Salvatore’s behavior is consistent with __________ theory.

A) continuity
B) activity
C) disengagement
D) socioemotional selectivity

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

socioemotional selectivity