Life Satisfaction across Adulthood

Hard Unit 6: Developmental Psychology Adulthood And Aging

As individuals transition into adulthood, several theories of psychological development propose diverse perspectives on how aging impacts well-being and identity. One such theory suggests that life satisfaction peaks in middle adulthood, in contrast to earlier stages when individuals experience more turbulence due to the challenges of identity formation and personal responsibilities. Which of the following statements best describes the implications of this theory regarding aging and life satisfaction?

Older adults often report less life satisfaction due to limitations in physical health.

Middle-aged adults experience the highest levels of life satisfaction due to established relationships and career stability.

Life satisfaction continuously declines throughout adulthood regardless of age.

Young adults report higher life satisfaction than older adults due to fewer responsibilities.

Life satisfaction peaks during early adulthood as individuals achieve key milestones.

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