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Let's start with the disengagement theory.
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Disengagement theory says that it's natural and acceptable for older adults to withdraw from social roles and relationships as they age.
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The theory suggests that this gradual disengagement is a mutual process that benefits both individuals and society.
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When it comes to explanation of aging, there's a natural withdrawal.
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As people age, they tend to disengage from social roles and activities in this withdrawal is seen as a way to reduce the strain on the individual and society as rules.
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And responsibilities are transferred to younger generations.
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This theory assumes that both the individual and society benefit from this process is it allows older adults to prepare for the end of life and younger people to take on more responsibilities.
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But critics argue that this theory is overly deterministic and doesn't account for individual differences in age and experience.
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And it also might overlook the potential benefits of continued engagement in life.
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Activity theory suggests that staying active and engaged in is used...