Which term describes a personality style that resists aging?

• A. Integrated personality
• B. Armored-defended personality
• C. Adaptive personality
• D. Flexible personality

Answer: (B)

Understanding how people cope with aging involves looking at their psychological defenses and flexibility. An armored-defended personality describes someone who clings to control and relies on rigid defenses to shield themselves from the losses and changes that come with aging. This stance is all about resisting the reality of aging, using denial and protection of the self-image to avoid acknowledging diminished abilities or increased dependence. That makes it the best fit for “a personality style that resists aging.”

By contrast, an integrated personality shows acceptance and synthesis of aging experiences, an adaptive personality adjusts strategies as circumstances change, and a flexible personality can bend with new situations. These emphasize adjustment and openness rather than resistance, which is why they don’t align with the idea of resisting aging.