Hutchison, Dimensions of Human Behavior, 6e
SAGE Publishing, 2019
Discussion Questions
Chapter 10: Very Late Adulthood
Case Study 10.1: Margaret Davis Stays at Home
1. As a social worker working with this family, discuss how you would negotiate
between autonomy and self-determination and competent practice.
Case Study 10.2: Pete Mullin Loses His Sister’s Support
1. From the information given in this family’s story, how do you think Pete and Lucy
were both able to live so long (ages 96 and 92)? What factors have contributed to
their longevity?
Case Study 10.3: Marie Cipriani Is Losing Her Life Partner
1. Discuss the physical health needs and psychosocial stressors that Irene and Marie
may be experiencing.