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  2. Continuity theory - Wikipedia

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    The theory distinguishes normal aging from pathological aging, neglecting the older adults with chronic illness. The feminist theories criticise the continuity theory for defining normal aging around a male model. [6] Another weakness of the theory is that it fails to demonstrate how social institutions impact the individuals and the way they age.

  3. Becca Levy - Wikipedia

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    Becca R. Levy is a professor of Epidemiology (Social and Behavioral Sciences) at Yale School of Public Health and Professor of Psychology at Yale University.She is a leading researcher in the fields of social gerontology and psychology of aging. [1]

  4. Liber OZ - Wikipedia

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    This declaration comports with Crowley's belief in the supremacy of True Will, challenging traditional religious beliefs. [17] By placing humanity at the center of spiritual experience, Crowley underscores his belief in the importance of self-determination and personal freedom, setting the stage for the rights and freedoms outlined in OZ.

  5. Stereotype embodiment theory - Wikipedia

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    Stereotype embodiment theory (SET) is a theoretical model first posited by psychologist Becca Levy to explain the process by which age stereotypes influence the health of older adults. [1] There are multiple well-documented effects of age stereotypes on a number of cognitive and physical outcomes (including memory , cardiovascular reactivity ...

  6. Affirmations (L. Ron Hubbard) - Wikipedia

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    This concept is drawn directly from Aleister Crowley's book Magick in Theory and Practice, which advocates that "adepts" should make it a priority to get in touch with their Guardian. [3] Like Crowley's Magick, Hubbard's Affirmations assert that he was all-powerful and invulnerable because of his contact with the Guardian:

  7. Category:Theories of ageing - Wikipedia

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    Stem cell theory of aging; Stereotype embodiment theory; T. Telomere theory of aging; V. Vital substance theory of aging; W. Waste product accumulation theory of aging;

  8. Gerontology - Wikipedia

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    Some argue that aging fits the criteria of disease, therefore aging is disease and should be treated as disease. [ 24 ] [ 25 ] [ 26 ] In 2008 Aubrey de Grey said that in case of suitable funding and involvement of specialists there is a 50% chance, that in 25–30 years humans will have technology saving people from dying of old age, regardless ...

  9. Adult development - Wikipedia

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    Older adults doing Tai Chi. Cognitive, physical, and social losses, as well as gains, are to be expected throughout the lifespan. Older adults typically self-report having a higher sense of well-being than their younger counterparts because of their emotional self-regulation. Researchers use Selective Optimization with Compensation Theory to ...