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socioemotional selectivity theory: a standalone construct

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a lifespan theory that as perceived time horizons shrink, people prioritize emotionally meaningful goals and close relationships over knowledge seeking.

In gerontology, socioemotional selectivity theory refers to a lifespan theory that as perceived time horizons shrink, people prioritize emotionally meaningful goals and close relationships over knowledge seeking. This meaning comes from Carstensen (1999) in American Psychologist.[1]

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Carstensen, L. L., Isaacowitz, D. M., & Charles, S. T. (1999). Taking time seriously: A theory of socioemotional selectivity. American Psychologist, 54(3), 165-181. https://doi.org/10.1037/0003-066x.54.3.165

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