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PART II - Reflect upon late adulthood. How do people in your country or culture generally view the process of getting older? You may include your thoughts on values, beliefs, expectations, and cultural practices surrounding late adulthood. Relate your answers to lifespan theories and to death and dying.

PART I - In the chapter on sexual behavior, we learned that different cultures and countries view sexual orientation in various ways. For example, in some places, sexual orientation is viewed as a learned behavior that people have a choice over, and individuals are ostracized if their orientation or behavior is not the same as the majority’s behavior. In other areas, sexual orientation is considered a biological matter, implying that choice is not part of it. In other locations, sexual orientation is considered a mixture of biology and environment, where both influences are present

• Do you believe sexual orientation is an issue that we, as a society, should be involved in? Why or why not?

What is the operational definition of gaslighting

Topic: Over the past two years, Paul’s family members and close friends have noticed that he becomes easily upset if his friends do not fulfill their promises towards him and do not perform to his standards. He complained to his mother that a fellow band member tried to rip him off when he did not acknowledge Paul as the composer of a popular song. Recently he appears to be less friendly, humorous, and helpful towards others. One friend remarked how Paul seems to keep score of how many times others have turned against him. 

1. Explain Paul's situation based on the Social Psychology
2. Explain social psychology and then integrate that into Paul's case study