Question

Old age is termed as _____________
a. Age of increased individuality
b. Second Childhood period
c. Period of storm and stress
d. Age of temper tantrums

Answer 1

Old age is often referred to as the second childhood period meaning that they need the same kind of care that children need.

This term is used in referring to the children with declining mental capabilities since they do need the similar kind of care that children require.

It is an informal term and an unscientific one which is similar to the terms of dtage or senility.

The current scientific term that can be used in known as senile dementia.