Chapter 15 Review
Vocabulary: presbyopia, glaucoma, presbycusis, arteriosclerosis, working memory/STM,
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe physical changes of middle adulthood, including those related to vision, hearing,
the skin and bones, and muscle-fat makeup.
2. Summarize the reproductive changes experienced by middle-aged men and women, paying
special attention to the symptoms of menopause, the benefits and risks of hormone therapy,
and women's psychological reactions to menopause.
3.
Discuss sexuality in midlife, noting changes in frequency of sexual activity and intensity of
sexual response.
4.
Discuss the risks of illness and disability in middle adulthood, with particular attention to
risk factors and interventions for cancer, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis.
5.
Discuss the association of hostility and anger with heart disease and other health problems.
6.
Discuss the double standard of aging.
7.
Describe changes in crystallized and fluid intelligence during middle adulthood, and discuss
individual and group differences in intellectual development.
8.
Describe changes in information processing in midlife, paying special attention to speed of
processing, attention, and memory.
9.
Summarize the cognitive changes of midlife that are associated with practical problem
solving and expertise.
10. Discuss the relationship between vocational life and cognitive development.