Asked by
Christopher Angel
on Oct 12, 2024
Verified
Aging that results from disease,abuse,and disuse is called ______________ aging.
A) programmed
B) tertiary
C) primary
D) secondary
Secondary Aging
Aging processes that result from disease and bodily abuse and disuse and are often preventable.
Tertiary Aging
Refers to the decline in physical and cognitive function that can occur in some individuals in very old age, beyond the normal effects of primary and secondary aging.
Programmed Aging
A theory suggesting aging is a result of genetically programmed physiological mechanisms that control life span and deterioration processes.
- Differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary aging.
Verified Answer
YA
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary aging.