Question

Which of the following statements about affection between older adults is correct?

Affection is still important to elderly individuals, though they may meet their needs in different ways.
The need for touch increases significantly after age sixty-five because touch offers relief from fears of dying.
Older women are less likely to want relationships because they are self-conscious about their bodies.
Declining hormones and weakened immunity make elderly individuals shy away from expressions of affection.

Answer 1

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I believe the answer would be A. Affection is still important to elderly individuals, though they may meet their needs in different ways.