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Emotion and Aging
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Which theory suggests that older adults experience less intense emotions due to a decline in the intensity of emotional experiences?
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Socioemotional Selectivity Theory
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Socioemotional Selectivity Theory posits that older adults prioritize emotionally meaningful relationships and activities, leading to less intense but more positive emotional experiences.