Question 1

According to Carstensen's socioemotional selectivity theory,people's goals for social interaction include

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A)  finding sources of information.
B)  submerging their sense of self.
C)  developing networks for social advancement.
D)  avoiding pleasure and emotional well-being.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 2

According to the text,most siblings

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A)  remain emotionally close during middle adulthood.
B)  remain in touch,but become emotionally distant because of marriage.
C)  lose touch with one another during middle adulthood,but reestablish contact during late adulthood.
D)  fail to support one another when caring for elderly parents.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Which of the following statements about the "empty nest" crisis is TRUE?

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A)  It is merely a myth.
B)  It affects some,but by no means all,mothers.
C)  It affects mothers but not fathers.
D)  It is hardest on both mothers and fathers who have been deeply involved with their children.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 4

In the timing-of-events model,personality development is dependent on

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A)  specific,age-related maturational processes that occur in a fairly predictable way from one person to the next.
B)  crises that occur when people turn 30,then 40,then 50 years old.
C)  significant life events that occur at different times for different people.
D)  changes in reproductive capacity.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Based on almost all measures of generativity in middle adulthood,

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A)  men reported higher levels of generativity than women.
B)  women reported higher levels of generativity than men.
C)  there were no measurable differences between men and women.
D)  generativity could not be measured,only inferred.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Ethnic conservatism refers to

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A)  the tendency of immigrants to accept assimilation to the majority culture.
B)  the tendency of immigrants to reject assimilation to the majority culture.
C)  the tendency of immigrants to promote assimilation to the second generation of immigrants.
D)  None of theseE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Define both Kahn and Antonucci's social convoy theory and Carstensen's socioemotional selectivity theory,and give examples of how both can improve their relationships with others but can also place demands on people that may be stressful.

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Kahn and Antonucci's social convoy theory suggests that individuals are surrounded by a network of close relationships, including family, friends, and acquaintances, that provide support, guidance, and social interaction throughout their lives. This theory emphasizes the importance of these relationships in shaping an individual's well-being and overall quality of life. For example, a person may have a close-knit group of friends who provide emotional support during difficult times, as well as family members who offer practical assistance and guidance.

Carstensen's socioemotional selectivity theory, on the other hand, proposes that as individuals age, they become more selective in their social interactions, prioritizing relationships that are emotionally meaningful and fulfilling. This theory suggests that older adults may focus on maintaining close relationships with a smaller circle of friends and family members, rather than seeking out new social connections. For example, an older adult may prioritize spending time with their grandchildren and close friends who bring them joy and emotional fulfillment.

Both theories can improve relationships by highlighting the importance of social support and meaningful connections. However, they can also place demands on individuals that may be stressful. For example, maintaining a large social convoy or managing multiple close relationships can be emotionally taxing and time-consuming. Similarly, the pressure to prioritize emotionally meaningful relationships over new social connections can lead to feelings of isolation or loneliness, especially for individuals who may not have a strong support network. Overall, while these theories emphasize the positive impact of social relationships, they also acknowledge the potential challenges and stress that can come with managing and prioritizing these connections.

Question 8

Friendships are most important for women in

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A)  early middle age.
B)  late middle age.
C)  late young adulthood.
D)  early late adulthood.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C) A

Question 9

As children move away from home,Gutmann identified a reversal of life roles called gender

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A)  attitudes.
B)  decisions.
C)  crossover.
D)  goals.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Margo,who is in her early 20s,is about to marry.If current literature is correct,when might she expect the most stress and unhappiness in her marriage?

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A)  As a newlywed
B)  During the childrearing years
C)  After the children leave home
D)  In late adulthoodE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Older parents and middle-aged children agree that responsibilities of the children include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  helping parents understand their resources.
B)  providing emotional support.
C)  making room in their homes for a parent.
D)  talking over matters of importance.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

The midlife crisis is brought on by an individual's awareness of his or her

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A)  aging process.
B)  limited resources for change.
C)  mortality.
D)  inability to fulfill the dreams of their youth.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C) D

Question 13

Generalizing from your knowledge when young adult children return to their parents' home,which of Erikson's crises might the young adult have difficulty resolving?

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A)  Identity versus identity confusion
B)  Intimacy versus isolation
C)  Generativity versus stagnation
D)  None of these;returning home has been shown to enhance young people's ability to resolve Eriksonian crises.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 14

The "sandwich generation" refers to

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A)  elderly adults who cannot afford a wide variety of foods.
B)  grown children who are caught in the middle of divorcing parents' conflict.
C)  middle-aged people who want to appear young but are beginning to feel old.
D)  adults who are caring for children and elderly parents simultaneously.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Married couples are likely to have the most marital satisfaction

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A)  after the last child enters school.
B)  at midlife.
C)  after the last child leaves home.
D)  after age 70.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 16

Which of the following statements about sibling relationships in middle age is TRUE?

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A)  They tend to become more important as people grow older.
B)  Typically,siblings rarely see each other during middle age.
C)  Sibling rivalry generally increases during adulthood.
D)  Very few middle-aged people have living siblings.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 17

Terri and her husband moved out of state several years after their marriage.They attend family gatherings and send cards for the appropriate events but have little emotional attachment to either of their families.Their relationships would be

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A)  sociable.
B)  tight-knit.
C)  obligatory.
D)  detached.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 18

All of the following appear to be common problems associated with caring for elderly,infirm parents EXCEPT

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A)  feelings of guilt and anger.
B)  physical and emotional exhaustion.
C)  feeling tied down.
D)  worrying about the need for care long before it actually becomes necessary.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Margaret has been trying to get her dad to get some assistance in caring for her elderly mother.The social worker at the hospital has suggested respite care.This is

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A)  placement of her mother in a nursing home.
B)  hospital care in a facility that allows her mother medical attention.
C)  supervised care by visiting nurses or home health aids daily,weekly,or for an occasional weekend.
D)  involvement of the hospice organization in the community.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 20

According to Erikson,middle-aged adults are involved in the crisis of

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A)  identity versus identity confusion.
B)  generativity versus stagnation.
C)  industry versus inferiority.
D)  intimacy versus isolation.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

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Which of the following statements about the "empty nest" crisis is TRUE?

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Based on almost all measures of generativity in middle adulthood,

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Define both Kahn and Antonucci's social convoy theory and Carstensen's socioemotional selectivity theory,and give examples of how both can improve their relationships with others but can also place demands on people that may be stressful.

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Margo,who is in her early 20s,is about to marry.If current literature is correct,when might she expect the most stress and unhappiness in her marriage?

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