The positivity effect refers to the fact that older people:
A) selectively focus on positive events.
B) are nicer than young adults.
C) believe they are better than young adults.
D) take more positive actions than young adults.

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The positivity effect refers to the tendency for older adults to selectively focus on positive events and experiences while ignoring or downplaying negative ones. This has been shown in research studies where older adults have been found to remember more positive events and emotions than negative ones, whereas younger adults show a more balanced recall of positive and negative events.

The Positivity Effect Refers to the Fact That Older People