Question 1

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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Terri and her husband have little emotional attachment to their families, indicating a level of detachment from their relatives. Their relationships would be classified as detached.

Question 2

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

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Worrying about the need for care long before it actually becomes necessary is not a common problem associated with caring for elderly, infirm parents. The other options (feelings of guilt and anger, physical and emotional exhaustion, feeling tied down) are commonly reported by caregivers.

Question 3

A life stage that some researchers claim represents an adult child's accepting and meeting of their elderly parents' needs is called

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Filial maturity refers to the stage where adult children accept and meet the needs of their elderly parents. It is a term used in gerontology and family studies to describe a positive aspect of the parent-child relationship in later life. Ageism refers to discrimination against people based on their age. Post-formal obligation is a theoretical concept related to cognitive development, while the respite stage is not a recognized term in this context.

Question 4

Caregiver burnout refers to

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Caregiver burnout specifically refers to the exhaustion and stress that occurs for those responsible for providing care for an aging or ill family member or loved one.

Question 5

Intergenerational families that are geographically and emotionally close and have frequent contact and give mutual support are known as

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Intergenerational families that are geographically and emotionally close and have frequent contact and give mutual support are known as tight-knit.

Question 6

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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Respite care refers to the temporary relief provided to caregivers looking after elderly or ill family members. In this case, the suggested respite care option is supervised care by visiting nurses or home health aides. This means that the caregivers will have additional help in taking care of the elderly person without having to relocate them to a nursing home or hospital.

Question 7

Which of the following would be most likely to care for an ill and elderly person?

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Research shows that women are more likely to take on the role of caregiver for an ill or elderly family member, and middle-aged children are generally more likely to take on this responsibility than younger adult children. Therefore, Sue, a middle-aged daughter, would be the most likely to care for an ill and elderly person.

Question 8

Most adult children today

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Most adult children feel better about providing care for their aging parents when their actions stem from a sense of attachment rather than a sense of duty. This emotional connection often motivates and makes the caregiving experience more positive for both the caregiver and the recipient.

Question 9

The "sandwich generation" refers to

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The term "sandwich generation" refers to middle-aged adults who are taking care of their own children while also caring for their aging parents. They are "sandwiched" between these two responsibilities.

Question 10

The longest-lasting relationship in most people's lives is with a

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Siblings often form the longest-lasting relationships in most people's lives, as they can span from childhood through the entirety of life, outlasting the periods typically associated with parents (due to generational differences in age) and often starting before relationships with spouses or children are formed.

Question 11

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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Returning home may hinder young adults' ability to form intimate relationships and maintain a sense of independence, thus creating difficulty in resolving the intimacy versus isolation crisis.

Question 12

Most dependent elders receive care in their own home or at

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Most dependent elders receive care in their own home or at the home of a caregiver. While nursing homes, retirement homes, and old folks' homes are options for elder care, they are typically only used when the elder's needs exceed what can be managed at home or when the elder has no other living arrangements.

Question 13

According to the text,most siblings

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Question 14

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

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Siblings tend to become more important as people grow older due to shared experiences, history, and the potential for increased support and care as they age. Research shows that sibling relationships tend to improve in middle age and beyond, with increased communication and emotional closeness.

Question 15

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

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The responsibilities listed, according to the passage, include helping parents understand their resources, providing emotional support, and talking over matters of importance. However, making room in their homes for a parent is not mentioned as a responsibility in the passage.

Question 16

Sue is 49 and has a 69-year-old mother.It is probable that she

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Since Sue's mother is still alive and only 20 years older than her, it is likely that they will have regular communication and interaction.

Question 17

Which of the following statements about middle-aged people's relationships with their parents is TRUE?

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Research shows that middle-aged people often have strong bonds with their parents, and that these relationships continue to evolve and change over time. While there may be some difficulty in viewing parents objectively, this is not necessarily true for all middle-aged individuals.

Question 18

At some time during middle age,adult children realize that their parents are old and that now they must be a pillar of strength for their parents,as well as for their own children.This realization may be

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The realization that one's parents are old and in need of support can be distressing for many adult children, as it can signal a shift in roles and responsibilities. It can also bring up fears and anxieties about the eventual loss of their parents.

Question 19

Typically,adult children and their elderly parents

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According to research, adult children and their elderly parents generally get along well with each other. It is common for adult children to visit their parents frequently and to maintain close relationships with them. While some families may experience conflicts, overall, the relationship between adult children and their elderly parents tends to be positive.

Question 20

The process by which middle-aged children learn to balance love and duty to their parents with autonomy within a two-way relationship is called

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Quiz 16: Psychosocial Development in Middle Adulthood