Question 1

The emotional bonding of family members is referred to as

Accepted Answer

Family cohesion refers to the emotional bonding, closeness, and unity of family members. This includes a sense of commitment to one another, communication, and mutual support.

Question 2

The types of support needed for long-term union satisfaction involve all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Avoiding conflict whenever possible is not an effective type of support for long-term union satisfaction. It is important to address conflicts and work through them effectively in order to maintain a healthy and fulfilling relationship. Options A, B, and C all involve communication and emotional support, which are key components of maintaining a happy and successful union.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT an effective way of communicating with children?

Accepted Answer

Teaching children to play a specific role in the family can inhibit their natural growth, independence, and creativity. Instead, parents should encourage autonomy and allow children to explore different roles and responsibilities within the family dynamic. Helping children deal with their feelings, giving praise, and building self-esteem are all effective ways of communicating with children.

Question 4

Children who report, "I am unhappy a lot," or "I worry a lot," are evidencing behavioral problems associated with emotional or psychological problems.

Accepted Answer

Children who report being unhappy or worrying a lot are showing signs of internalizing behavioral problems, which are associated with emotional or psychological difficulties. Internalizing behaviors are focused inward, such as fear, sadness, and anxiety. The other options listed (A, C, and D) are not appropriate choices as unresolved, externalizing, and overt behaviors do not necessarily relate specifically to emotional or psychological issues.

Question 5

According to classification by researchers Huston and Melz, which type of marriage is low on showing signs of love and affection but also low on antagonism?

Accepted Answer

A bland, or empty shell marriage is characterized by low levels of showing signs of love and affection, but also low levels of antagonism or conflict. This type of marriage may lack excitement or passion, but it also may lack intense negativity or hostility.

Question 6

Social scientist Nick Stinnett has used the term families, to describe cohesive families.

Accepted Answer

The term "cohesive families" implies a sense of strength and unity within the family unit. Option A (attributive) does not fit the context, option C (consensual) is more related to decision-making and option D (dyadic) refers to interactions between two individuals, rather than a cohesive family as a whole.

Question 7

Research shows that distressed marital couples are distinguished by

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that distressed marital couples are characterized by negative exchanges during conflict, such as criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling.

Question 8

involves the expression, either verbal or nonverbal, of one's feelings of affection toward another.

Accepted Answer

Positive affect refers to the expression of positive emotions and feelings, such as affection, towards another person.

Question 9

According to classification by researchers Huston and Melz, which type of marriage is high on both affection and antagonism?

Accepted Answer

According to Huston and Melz's classification, a tempestuous, or stormy marriage is high on both affection and antagonism, indicating a rollercoaster of emotions and intense conflict. Bland, or empty shell marriages lack both affection and antagonism, while warm, or friendly marriages are high on affection but low on antagonism. Hostile, or distressed marriages are high on antagonism but low on affection.

Question 10

Enrique and Nicole were civil yet distant in their relationship. They never had conflict, but also never slept together and rarely spoke to one another in intimate ways. According to Huston and Melz, which type of marriage do they have?

Accepted Answer

Enrique and Nicole have a bland marriage according to Huston and Melz, as they lack both intimacy and conflict.

Question 11

The text points out that couples who communicate mutual affection create a contagious " effect" so that the household atmosphere becomes one of emotional support.

Accepted Answer

The term "spiral" refers to a continuous improvement or increase in something, in this case, the emotional support in the household that results from the mutual affection communicated by the couple.

Question 12

In her research on marital communication, Mary Anne Fitzpatrick has found variation among happy couples in their , or ideas about the roles they should play, expectations for closeness and/or distance, and attitudes toward conflict.

Accepted Answer

Mary Anne Fitzpatrick's research focuses on the relationship ideologies, which refers to individuals' beliefs and attitudes about how relationships should be structured and what roles each partner should play. This includes beliefs about communication, closeness, distance, and conflict resolution.

Question 13

Todd and Luther were intentional in telling and showing each other how much they loved and appreciated one another. They were also not afraid to have healthy conflict when necessary, but always treated each other with respect, even when angry. According to Huston and Melz, which type of marriage do they have?

Accepted Answer

Todd and Luther have a warm marriage because they show love and appreciation for each other and handle conflict in a healthy and respectful manner.

Question 14

Cheng and Me-lin were constantly using criticism, passive-aggressive behavior, and contempt during their fights, and they hadn't said any words of love or touched each other for months. According to Huston and Melz, which type of marriage do they have?

Accepted Answer

Cheng and Me-lin's constant use of criticism, passive-aggressive behavior, and contempt during their fights indicates a hostile marriage.

Question 15

According to classification by researchers Huston and Melz, which type of marriage is high on antagonism but low on love and affection?

Accepted Answer

According to researchers Huston and Melz, Hostile, or Distressed marriages are high on antagonism but low on love and affection.

Question 16

When Nick Stinnett made his observations of family strengths, six qualities stood out. Which of the following is NOT one of these?

Accepted Answer

The six qualities identified by Nick Stinnett are: appreciation for one another, commitment, positive communication, time together, spiritual well-being, and the ability to cope with stress and crisis. A secular orientation is not one of these qualities.

Question 17

Josh and Lizzie were always very physical and lovey-dovey with each other, but they also fought often, sometimes getting loud and physical in their anger. According to Huston and Melz, which type of marriage do they have?

Accepted Answer

Huston and Melz describe tempestuous marriages as being characterized by high levels of both positive and negative behaviors, including physical affection and fighting. Josh and Lizzie's behavior of being physical and lovey-dovey while also fighting frequently suggests that their relationship fits this description.

Question 18

According to classification by researchers Huston and Melz, which type of marriage is high on showing signs of love and affection while low on antagonism?

Accepted Answer

Huston and Melz's classification system identifies four types of marriages: bland or empty shell, warm or friendly, tempestuous or stormy, and hostile or distressed. The warm or friendly type of marriage is characterized by high levels of love and affection and low levels of antagonism. This suggests that couples in this type of marriage tend to have a relatively harmonious and positive relationship.

Question 19

Research has shown a link between parental conflict and children's behavior problems.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that unresolved parental conflict has a stronger link to children's behavior problems compared to occasional conflict or resolved conflict.

Question 20

Huston and Melz classified relationships into four types. Which of the following is NOT one of those relationship types?

Accepted Answer

Huston and Melz classified relationships into four types: tempestuous, warm, hostile, and bland. "Erotic" is not one of the categories they identified.

Quiz 11: Communication in Relationships, Marriages, and Families