_____ involves identifying opportunities or domains of activity that are of greatest value or
importance. - Answers Selection
Some individuals are more _____ in their goal striving, which is having the capacity to make choices. -
Answers agentic
Studies show that life satisfaction in older adults is strongly influenced by _____. - Answers
participation in culturally valued tasks
In the process of accepting one's life, older adults who integrate their _____ and their goal-related
activities, typically experience a sense of _____. - Answers goals, fulfillment
Older adults' life goals tend to either emphasize _____ or focus on _____. - Answers self-
preservation, others' well-being
Which of the following is not an aspect of life goals? - Answers goal modification
When counselor and client are able to closely match client's _____ with _____, the client's life
satisfaction most likely will improve. - Answers activities, valued goals
For counselors and their older adult clients, it is crucial to understand the link between _____ and
_____. - Answers life goals, life satisfaction
Erikson's stage of _____, occurring at age 65 and older, involves a possible conflict of coming to terms
with one's life and accepting one's life. - Answers integrity vs. despair
Erikson defines _____ as feeling at peace with oneself and the world, with no regrets or recrimination.
- Answers integrity
Older adults who reach a sense of _____ feel whole, complete, and satisfied with their achievements.
- Answers integrity
Individualistic clients focus on intimacy, affiliation, and contributions to the moral community. -
Answers False
Erikson believed that if we see our lives as unproductive, it can lead to _____. - Answers Depression
Life satisfaction and a sense of well-being are linked to selecting specific goals as important areas of
functioning. - Answers True
Accepting one's life, particularly during late adulthood, is directly related to age and happiness. -
Answers True
Individuals, during their late adulthood, find that their goals _____, and they invest more energy into
personal goal pursuits. - Answers support each other