According to the CDC, the current average life expectancy is 78.7 years old, although some people live much longer, even up to 120 years.
- Based on the CDC fact sheet (https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/life-expectancy.htm) and other sources for evidence, what factors contribute to those who live well beyond the average age?
- Consider lifelong healthcare regimens, attitudes, cultural factors, and behaviors. Are these factors in agreement with what psychologists find to be common among those who live a long life?