Professor Appledorn emphasizes that whether people flourish in late adulthood depends on a continuous interaction among their inborn temperaments,their personal relationships,and their mental expectations regarding the aging process.The professor's viewpoint best illustrates a
A) longitudinal study.
B) developmental stage theory.
C) cross-sectional study.
D) biopsychosocial approach.

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The professor's viewpoint emphasizes the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors which is the central idea of the biopsychosocial approach. This approach recognizes that the aging process is influenced by many different factors and takes a holistic view of individuals and their experiences.

Professor Appledorn Emphasizes That Whether People Flourish in Late Adulthood