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What is activity theory and how does it differ from disengagement theory?
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What is activity theory and how does it differ from disengagement theory?
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Activity theory proposes that individuals strive to remain as active as possible as they age, in contrast to the disengagement theory, which sees individuals withdrawing from social roles.
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