Question 1

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

Which of the following is a factor influencing the ease with which the transition to parenthood is accomplished?

Accepted Answer

All of the listed options are factors that influence how easily individuals transition into parenthood. The desire to be parents, preparation and anticipation for the role, and understanding the demands and responsibilities of parenthood all contribute to a smoother transition.

Question 3

The most commonly reported stress for men and women are

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed (disruptions to routine habits, fatigue, increased money problems) are common stressors reported by both men and women, making "all of the above" the correct choice.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Statement B is not true because financial stress following the birth of a child can affect any family, not just those where the wife does not work. The financial impact of a new child can include medical expenses, childcare, and potential loss of income if either parent takes leave or reduces work hours, affecting families regardless of the employment status of the wife.

Question 5

___________exists when partners disagree about who should execute various tasks or how these tasks should be performed.

Accepted Answer

Role conflict occurs when there is a disagreement among partners about who should perform certain tasks or how those tasks should be executed. This can lead to tension and disagreements in personal or professional relationships.

Question 6

_______________exists when husbands and wives have a clear idea of what their family role responsibilities are, but are not able to fulfill their own expectations.

Accepted Answer

Role strain occurs when individuals are aware of what their role responsibilities entail but are unable to meet these expectations, leading to stress and frustration.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE with respect to child bearing today?

Accepted Answer

The level of social support for parents has generally decreased over time due to various societal changes, including the structure of families, work demands, and less community cohesion, making statement C not true.

Question 8

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?

Accepted Answer

The statement that it is better to be disengaged from the extended family than enmeshed is not necessarily true. Healthy family dynamics often involve a balance between engagement with the extended family and maintaining appropriate boundaries. Being either disengaged or enmeshed can lead to problems within the family system.

Question 9

The term ________refers to the formal and informal training in the demands of a role prior to entering into the role.

Accepted Answer

Anticipatory socialization refers to the process of learning and preparing for future roles before actually occupying those roles. This includes both formal training and informal learning about the expectations and responsibilities associated with a new role.

Question 10

Research has consistently documented that early parenthood is a time of___________ marital satisfaction.

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that early parenthood often leads to a decrease in marital satisfaction. This is attributed to the increased stress, reduced time for the couple, and the shift in focus towards the needs of the child, which can strain the marital relationship.

Question 11

The term ________refers to the out-of-pocket expenses for raising a child including, childbirth, food, clothing, housing and education.

Accepted Answer

Direct costs refer to the tangible, out-of-pocket expenses directly associated with raising a child, such as childbirth, food, clothing, housing, and education.

Question 12

The term the "traditionalization of sex roles" refers to the fact that

Accepted Answer

The term "traditionalization of sex roles" particularly refers to the phenomenon where, after the birth of a child, the strategies for managing housework and childcare often shift towards more traditional roles, with women typically taking on a greater share of these responsibilities.

Question 13

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that early parenthood can be a challenging time for marital quality, often due to increased stress and changes in roles and responsibilities.

Question 14

Which of the following is more likely to be accompanied by feelings of guilt?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is more likely...

Question 15

It has been said that ________is the most accurate marker event for the achievement of adult status in our society.

Accepted Answer

Getting married is often considered the most accurate marker event for the achievement of adult status in society, as it signifies the formation of a new family unit and the assumption of significant adult responsibilities.

Question 16

Which of the following play a part in how a parent's image of a child is constructed?

Accepted Answer

All of the factors listed - the child's sex, the child's birth order, and unresolved family of origin issues - can influence how a parent perceives and constructs an image of their child. These elements can shape expectations, interactions, and the overall relationship between the parent and child.

Question 17

Which of the following results in parents feeling anxiety and a loss of control because it is impossible to fulfill all the competing demands that they face?

Accepted Answer

Role overload occurs when individuals are confronted with more responsibilities or roles than they can manage, leading to feelings of anxiety and a loss of control due to the impossibility of meeting all demands.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that mothers often face more challenges than fathers during the transition to parenthood, including physical recovery from childbirth, hormonal changes, and societal expectations around caregiving.

Question 19

With respect to parenthood and housework strategies, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?

Accepted Answer

The statement that after parenthood, the overall participation of fathers in the household tends to increase dramatically over their participation prior to the child's arrival (B) is not true. While fathers may increase their participation, the increase is generally not described as dramatic, especially when compared to the workload of mothers.

Question 20

Research suggests that when mothers work outside the home

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that even when mothers work outside the home, they often remain primarily responsible for childcare. Additionally, there has been a trend towards men becoming more involved in household chores than in the past. Furthermore, the level of a husband's cooperation and involvement in household and childcare duties significantly affects a woman's marital satisfaction.

Quiz 11: Families With Young Children: the Transition to Parenthood

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Which of the following is a factor influencing the ease with which the transition to parenthood is accomplished?

The most commonly reported stress for men and women are

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?

___________exists when partners disagree about who should execute various tasks or how these tasks should be performed.

_______________exists when husbands and wives have a clear idea of what their family role responsibilities are, but are not able to fulfill their own expectations.

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE with respect to child bearing today?

Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?

The term ________refers to the formal and informal training in the demands of a role prior to entering into the role.

Research has consistently documented that early parenthood is a time of___________ marital satisfaction.

The term ________refers to the out-of-pocket expenses for raising a child including, childbirth, food, clothing, housing and education.

The term the "traditionalization of sex roles" refers to the fact that

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Which of the following is more likely to be accompanied by feelings of guilt?

It has been said that ________is the most accurate marker event for the achievement of adult status in our society.

Which of the following play a part in how a parent's image of a child is constructed?

Which of the following results in parents feeling anxiety and a loss of control because it is impossible to fulfill all the competing demands that they face?

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

With respect to parenthood and housework strategies, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?

Research suggests that when mothers work outside the home