Question 1

During emerging adulthood, self-esteem and happiness _____ for most people.

Accepted Answer

During emerging adulthood, most people experience an increase in self-esteem and happiness as they become more independent and establish their identity.

Question 2

Friends _____ mental health and _____ physical health.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that having strong friendships can improve both mental health (by providing a sense of belonging, support, and reducing stress) and physical health (by encouraging healthy behaviors, reducing negative health outcomes, and boosting immune function). Thus, the correct choice is "strengthen; strengthen".

Question 3

Which statement about personality in emerging adulthood is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Personality can change after adolescence, especially during emerging adulthood, which is a period of exploration and self-discovery. This is due to factors such as new experiences, relationships, and responsibilities that can shape and influence personality development.

Question 4

For most people, social networking has _____ social isolation in emerging adulthood.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For most people, social networking has _____...

Question 5

Makayla was a sophomore thriving in college when her father was laid off from his job. Even with financial aid, the family could no longer afford to send her to school, so she left to get a full-time job at a restaurant near the family home. This situation illustrates that family members have _____.

Accepted Answer

This situation illustrates the concept of linked lives, where actions and events in one family member's life can affect the lives of other family members.

Question 6

Intimacy is the desire for _____.

Accepted Answer

Intimacy refers to the desire for social connection and close relationships with others. While sexual intimacy may be a part of this, it is not the sole focus. The other options, such as generativity and self-esteem, are not directly related to intimacy.

Question 7

Ian just learned his final grade in history. He was upset because he thought he was going to do better and called his mother to tell her about it. His mother then contacted the professor (without Ian's permission or knowledge) to ask that Ian's grade be changed because he had worked really hard in the class, or at least that he be given a chance to retake the final test. In this example, Ian's mother is a _____ parent.

Accepted Answer

A helicopter parent is one who is overly involved in their child's life and tends to hover and intervene excessively. In this case, Ian's mother contacted the professor without his permission or knowledge, which shows an excessive level of involvement and intervention. The other options (vigilant, supportive) do not necessarily imply this level of overinvolvement.

Question 8

Personality traits present at age 18 _____.

Accepted Answer

Personality traits present at age 18 rarely disappear by age 25. While personality can continue to develop and change throughout a person's life, research suggests that the core traits that make up an individual's personality tend to remain relatively stable over time. Therefore, it is unlikely for traits present at age 18 to completely disappear by age 25.

Question 9

Jules reacted more strongly to going to college, living on her own, and making new friends. Her personality seemed to change as a result of these experiences. Jules' personality change might be explained by _____.

Accepted Answer

Plasticity refers to the idea that personality can change over time and as a result of life experiences. Therefore, Jules' personality change might be explained by plasticity. Elasticity refers to the idea that personality can return to its original state after a life experience, which does not seem to be the case for Jules. Impressionability refers to the idea that individuals are easily influenced by others, which is not necessarily applicable in this scenario. Manipulability refers to the idea that individuals can be easily influenced or controlled, which is not appropriate in this context.

Question 10

Emerging adult Jaqueline is a heavy social media user. She tends to have _____ face-to-face friends than do nonusers.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that heavy social media users tend to have larger social networks both online and offline, meaning they likely have more face-to-face friends than nonusers.

Question 11

Generally, when is physical touch most likely to occur between two male friends?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Generally, when is physical touch most likely...

Question 12

Statistically, which statement regarding self-esteem during emerging adulthood is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that self-esteem tends to increase during emerging adulthood as individuals gain more independence, develop a clearer sense of identity, and establish more stable relationships.

Question 13

Merlin is 23 years old and works in an entry-level sales position at a local company. If he is typical, in the next few years, he will _____.

Accepted Answer

It is common for individuals in entry-level positions to change jobs multiple times in their career, especially in today's job market where companies may not offer as many opportunities for promotion or career development as they did in the past. Additionally, young professionals often seek new challenges and experience in different industries. Therefore, it is likely that Merlin will change jobs in the next few years.

Question 14

The ability to care for the needs and emotions of someone else while still attending to one's own needs and emotions is called _____.

Accepted Answer

Mutuality refers to the ability to balance one's own needs and emotions with the needs and emotions of others. Homeostasis refers to maintaining a stable internal environment in response to external changes, intimacy versus isolation refers to Erikson's developmental stage in early adulthood, and helicopter parenting refers to an overprotective parenting style.

Question 15

Friendships reach their peak of functional significance during _____.

Accepted Answer

Friendships have been found to be most important and beneficial during emerging adulthood, which is the period between late adolescence and early adulthood. This is a time when individuals are exploring and developing their identities and navigating important life transitions, such as leaving home, starting careers, and forming long-term romantic relationships. It is also a period when social support and companionship from friends can have a significant impact on mental health and well-being. While friendships remain important throughout the lifespan, they reach their peak of functional significance during emerging adulthood.

Question 16

According to Erikson, once an emerging adult has established a sense of identity, he or she needs to resolve which crisis?

Accepted Answer

Once an emerging adult has established a sense of identity, he or she needs to resolve the crisis of intimacy versus isolation. This stage involves forming close, intimate relationships with others, whether it be romantic, friendships, or close family bonds. If the individual is unable to form these close relationships, they may feel isolated and disconnected from others.

Question 17

All members of a family have _____, as the experiences and needs of individuals at one stage of life are affected by all those at other stages.

Accepted Answer

Linked lives refers to the interconnectedness of family members and how their experiences and needs at different life stages affect one another. Family discord, allostasis, and homeostasis do not fully capture this concept.

Question 18

Now that he is in his 20s, Juan wants to find someone to share his life with. Erikson would say that Juan is in the stage of _____.

Accepted Answer

According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the stage of intimacy versus isolation occurs during early adulthood, typically around the ages of 20-40. This is the stage where individuals seek to form close, intimate relationships with others, and failure to do so can result in feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therefore, Juan's desire to find someone to share his life with suggests that he is in the stage of intimacy versus isolation.

Question 19

A term for parents who hover over their emerging adults, ready to swoop down if any problem arises, is _____ parents.

Accepted Answer

The term for parents who hover over their emerging adults is "helicopter parents". This term refers to parents who are constantly "hovering" over their children and ready to intervene in any situation, often to the point of being overprotective. The other options, while somewhat related, do not accurately capture this specific type of parenting.

Question 20

According to Erikson, the stage of intimacy versus isolation _____.

Accepted Answer

According to Erikson, the stage of intimacy versus isolation occurs in young adulthood (ages 19-40) and reflects the desire to share one's life with someone else. This stage involves forming close, intimate relationships with others and finding love and intimacy. If this stage is not successfully navigated, individuals may experience feelings of loneliness and isolation.

Quiz 3: The First Two Years: Body and Mind