A resident frequently reminisces about the past. What is the therapeutic value of listening to these stories?

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Accepted Answer

It allows the resident to process memories, maintain identity, and feel valued and heard. The correct answer is B. Life review and reminiscence are therapeutic processes that support emotional health, identity, and sense of worth in older adults. Answer A prioritizes tasks over psychosocial care. Answer C mischaracterizes normal reminiscence as unhealthy. Answer D ignores that processing all types of memories (positive and challenging) supports well-being.