An example of disengagement theory is during family reunions. I recall during thanksgiving last year, I went to eat with my nuclear and extended family at my grandmothers house. After the meal, I noticed that the adults were with the adult and the young one's were with playing g with each other. This shows how the young always wants to be with the young and the adult wants to be with the adult and this is an example of the disengagement theory. Also, an example of activity theory in which the elderly tries to stay close to relatives, friends and children is during the elderly birthday. I remember when my grandmother turned 100, her friends, grandchildren, children and neighbors came together to wish her happy birthday. This birthday, helped
