1. Discuss the effect that high blood pressure (hypertension) is linked to
in late adulthood.
2. List the aspects of intelligence that tend to peak and decrease in middle
adulthood. Refer to the Seattle Longitudinal Study.
3. How does the effect of a high level of religious commitment and spirituality
affect mortality?
4. Darrel has worked hard and retired at age 55. He spends his time tending
a garden, traveling, and meeting his buddies for coffee on Thursday
mornings. He avoids contact with his children and grandchildren since
they are bothersome to his relaxed lifestyle. When asked to participate in
community projects he declines saying he doesn't have the time for such
things. He watches re-runs of his favorite shows and pays no attention to
news programs.
• How would Erikson classify Darrel and what would he predict
concerning late adulthood?
5. How do males and females handle stress differently?

Hello! I'll be happy to provide clear and concise answers to the questions you've shared. Let's start with the first question about high blood pressure (hypertension) in late adulthood. 1. High blood pressure (hypertension) in late adulthood is linked to an increased risk of serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and cognitive decline. Managing blood pressure through lifestyle changes and medications is crucial to reduce these risks. For the second question: 2. According to the Seattle Longitudinal Study, aspects of intelligence that tend to peak in middle adulthood include verbal abilities, spatial reasoning, and inductive reasoning. In contrast, aspects that may decrease in middle adulthood are processing speed, numerical abilities, and perceptual speed. Moving on to the third question: 3. A high level of religious commitment and spirituality has been linked to lower mortality rates. Studies suggest that individuals with strong religious beliefs and practices tend to have better overall health outcomes and may live longer than those with lower levels of religious commitment. For the fourth question: 4. Erikson would likely classify Darrel as being in the stage of late adulthood where the conflict revolves around generativity versus stagnation. Darrel's avoidance of involvement with his family and community projects may indicate a sense of stagnation. Erikson might predict that without meaningful engagement and relationships, Darrel could face feelings of despair and isolation in late adulthood. Lastly, for the fifth question: 5. Males and females may handle stress differently. Research suggests that females tend to seek social support when stressed, whereas males may be more likely to engage in problem-solving activities or display physical symptoms of stress. These differences in coping strategies can influence how individuals manage and respond to stressful situations. I hope these explanations help clarify the concepts for you! Let me know if you need further assistance.