Question 1

In a study of more than 1,000 divorced adults, 44% of women indicated that they were having financial problems after they were divorced.What percentage of men indicated that they were having financial difficulties?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a study of more than 1,000...

Question 2

How many American women in their 40s and 50s report some kind of in sexual functioning?

Accepted Answer

According to a study conducted by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), approximately one-third (33%) of American women in their 40s and 50s report some kind of difficulty with sexual functioning, such as low libido, lubrication issues, and difficulty reaching orgasm.

Question 3

What percentage of men report having achieving or maintaining an erection by age 60?

Accepted Answer

Studies show that about 50% of men experience erectile dysfunction or difficulty maintaining an erection by age 60, with the percentage increasing with age.

Question 4

Community involvement in middle adulthood is related to the Erikson's concept of __________.

Accepted Answer

Erikson's concept of generativity refers to a sense of concern for future generations, and a desire to contribute to society and leave a positive legacy. Community involvement is one way that individuals in middle adulthood can demonstrate generativity. Despair, stagnation, and mistrust are not directly related to community involvement.

Question 5

Most divorces take place within the first 10 years of marriage, but about what percentage of divorces in the United States and Canada occur after 20 or more years of marriage?

Accepted Answer

According to statistics, about 25% of divorces in the United States and Canada occur after 20 or more years of marriage.

Question 6

What percentage of men and women who divorced in their 40s, 50s, or 60s believed that they had made the right decision by getting a divorce from their spouse?

Accepted Answer

75% of men and women who divorced in their 40s, 50s, or 60s believed that they had made the right decision by getting a divorce from their spouse.

Question 7

Divorces in young adulthood tend to be full of anger and conflict, with each partner bitterly blaming the other for the failure of the marriage.In contrast, midlife divorces tend to be between couples whose __________.

Accepted Answer

Midlife divorces often occur between couples whose love has gone cold, reflecting a gradual emotional disconnection rather than the intense conflict seen in divorces among younger adults.

Question 8

A study by Brim (1999) found that __________ of women in their 50s who had a partner present were sexually active within the past 6 months.

Accepted Answer

Brim (1999) found that 88% of women in their 50s who had a partner present were sexually active within the past 6 months.

Question 9

In one study of more than 12,000 men ages 35 to 57, vacation time was assessed over a ?5-year period and then medical records were tracked for the next 9 years.What did this research find?

Accepted Answer

The research found that men who took annual vacations were 33% less likely to die from coronary heart disease.

Question 10

For Americans who experience a divorce some time in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, the most common cited reason for women is __________.

Accepted Answer

Verbal or physical abuse is often cited as a common reason for divorce among women, especially in the age group of 40s, 50s, and 60s. This reflects broader societal concerns about domestic violence and the importance of safety and respect in relationships.

Question 11

You recently saw your best friend from high school and asked how her parents were doing.She told you that they are healthy but that they do not really enjoy each other's company and that the passion that they once had is gone.They are not very committed to each other and share very little intimacy.According to Sternberg, what type of love are they experiencing?

Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, there are three components of love: intimacy, passion, and commitment. When a relationship lacks all three components, it is classified as "empty love." In this case, the best friend's parents do not have intimacy or passion in their relationship, and they are not committed to each other. Hence, they are experiencing empty love.

Question 12

A midlife man in India reaches the stage of "forest dweller" when his first grandson is born.As a forest dweller, a person is supposed to __________.

Accepted Answer

As a forest dweller, a person is expected to search for higher spiritual life, which includes renunciation of sexuality. It is not necessary to give away all belongings or devote life to grandchildren. While some forest dwellers may choose to live alone in the wilderness, it is not a requirement for the stage.

Question 13

Which of the following is the most common form of leisure for individuals who are in middle adulthood?

Accepted Answer

According to research, the most common form of leisure for individuals in middle adulthood is watching television. This is likely due to the convenience and availability of television, as well as the desire for relaxation and entertainment after a long day of work or other responsibilities. While some individuals may also engage in sports and outdoor activities, board games, or video games, these are generally less common forms of leisure for this age group.

Question 14

Divorce in which partners are older than age 50 is referred to as __________.

Accepted Answer

Divorce partners who are older than age 50 is referred to as "gray divorce" due to the prevalence of gray hair among older adults. Option A, "wornout divorce," and Option B, "stagnation divorce," are not common terms used to describe older adults' divorces. Option D, "black divorce," is not a term used in this context at all.

Question 15

Your mother and father just divorced.You talk to your mother frequently and she has indicated to you that she is worried that she will live the rest of her life alone-after all, she'll be 50 soon.Are her concerns well founded?

Accepted Answer

The correct choice is A because statistics show that a smaller percentage of women who get divorced after age 40 remarry, with only 33% finding a new spouse. This indicates that her concerns have some basis in reality, though it's not as dire as the lowest option suggests.

Question 16

According to the Sex in America study, which examined sexuality in 18- to 59-year-olds, what was discovered regarding Americans in their 40s and 50s?

Accepted Answer

The Sex in America study found that Americans in their 40s and 50s are sexually active but have intercourse less frequently than emerging adults do.

Question 17

Lesbians are less likely than heterosexual women to interpret __________ as a passage that marks a decline in their physical attractiveness and their sexual pleasure.

Accepted Answer

Lesbians are less likely than heterosexual women to interpret menopause as a passage that marks a decline in their physical attractiveness and their sexual pleasure. This perspective is influenced by different social and cultural attitudes towards aging and sexuality within lesbian communities compared to mainstream heterosexual views.

Question 18

For Americans who experience a divorce sometime in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, the most common cited reason for men is __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For Americans who experience a divorce sometime...

Question 19

Seymour is 54 years old and is overweight, smokes, and does not exercise.He is likely to have what type of with regard to sexual behavior?

Accepted Answer

Erectile dysfunction is more likely in men who are overweight, smoke, and do not exercise, as these factors can affect blood flow and overall cardiovascular health, which are critical for erectile function.

Question 20

In the United States and Canada, when do most divorces occur?

Accepted Answer

Most divorces in the United States and Canada occur during the first 10 years of marriage, reflecting a period where couples may face significant challenges and changes, leading to a higher likelihood of separation.

Quiz 11: Middle Adulthood