Question 1

The results from an 18-year longitudinal study revealed that the longevity gap between African American and non-Latino white men is linked to:

Accepted Answer

The study likely found that non-Latino white men have higher marriage rates, which is associated with better health outcomes and longevity, contributing to the longevity gap.

Question 2

The _____ model of personality development states that with time and age people become more adept at interacting with their environment in ways that promote increased stability in personality.

Accepted Answer

The cumulative personality model suggests that personality becomes more stable and consistent over time as individuals learn how to interact with their environment in ways that promote stable characteristics. This is in contrast to the conditioning and social learning models, which focus more on how specific environmental experiences can shape personality traits. The reciprocity model suggests that personality and environmental factors interact in a more reciprocal fashion, with personality shaping environmental experiences and vice versa.

Question 3

Trevor and Michelle's last child has just left home to attend college. According to research, this will most likely be a time when:

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that when children leave home, many parents experience an increase in marital satisfaction and spend more quality time together, often referred to as the "empty nest" period.

Question 4

In a 2004 survey conducted by AARP, the primary reason middle-aged and older women cited for wanting a divorce was:

Accepted Answer

Verbal, physical, or emotional abuse was the primary reason middle-aged and older women cited for wanting a divorce in a 2004 survey conducted by AARP.

Question 5

Which of the following is FALSE regarding recent research on love and marriage in middle-age?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is FALSE regarding...

Question 6

In a 2004 survey conducted by AARP, divorced adults reported that they had generally stayed in their marriages and postponed their divorces because of:

Accepted Answer

Many divorced adults reported staying in their marriages and postponing divorces primarily because of concerns about their children.

Question 7

Don and Ellie have been married for over 30 years. Their relationship has changed over the years in typical, predictable ways. Which of the following is likely to be MOST important in their relationship?

Accepted Answer

As relationships mature, especially over long periods like 30 years, factors such as security and companionship often become more important than initial elements like romance, passion, or physical attraction.

Question 8

Cathy and Miguel, in their late twenties, have been dating for six months. Which of the following is likely to be LEAST important in their relationship?

Accepted Answer

In the early stages of a relationship, especially for individuals in their late twenties who have been dating for only six months, passion, physical attraction, and romance are typically more emphasized. Security often becomes more important in longer-term relationships.

Question 9

Kayla and David have been married for over 30 years. Their relationship has changed over the years in typical, predictable ways. Which of the following is likely to be MOST important in their relationship?

Accepted Answer

Over time, in long-term relationships like marriage, loyalty often becomes more important as it reflects commitment, trust, and a deep emotional bond that sustains the relationship beyond the initial stages of romance and passion.

Question 10

D'Angelo and his wife just had their last child move out of the house. They had lived vicariously through their children, letting their sports activities and various achievements dominate their lives. Now they may experience _____, which includes a decline in marital satisfaction after children leave the home.

Accepted Answer

The empty nest syndrome refers to feelings of sadness or emotional distress that parents may experience when their children leave home, often leading to a decline in marital satisfaction.

Question 11

In a 2004 survey conducted by AARP, _____ of the divorced women said they initiated the divorce compared with only _____ of the divorced men.

Accepted Answer

In the 2004 AARP survey, 66% of divorced women reported that they initiated the divorce, compared to 41% of divorced men.

Question 12

In Vaillant's longitudinal study, factors at age 50 that were linked with being in the "happy-well" group at age 75 to 80 years of age included all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Being wealthy was not identified as a factor linked with being in the "happy-well" group in Vaillant's study. Factors such as being well-educated, having a stable marriage, and being forgiving were associated with well-being in later life.

Question 13

Megan and Bill have had a difficult marriage from the beginning. They finally divorced later in life. Their reason for staying together so long, consistent with a 2004 survey conducted by AARP, was because of:

Accepted Answer

The 2004 AARP survey found that many couples stayed together for the sake of their children, even if the marriage was difficult.

Question 14

Younger adults are more likely to experience _____ love and older adults are more likely to experience _____ love.

Accepted Answer

Younger adults often experience romantic love, characterized by passion and intense emotions, while older adults tend to experience affectionate love, which is more about deep attachment and companionship.

Question 15

Whereas _____ is important in new relationships, especially in young adulthood, _____ becomes more important in middle adulthood.

Accepted Answer

In new relationships, especially in young adulthood, passion is often a key factor. As individuals age and enter middle adulthood, security becomes more important in relationships, reflecting a shift in priorities towards stability and long-term commitment.

Question 16

Middle-aged partners are more likely to view their marriage as positive if they:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Middle-aged partners are more likely to view...

Question 17

In a 2004 survey conducted by AARP, the primary reason middle-aged and older men cited for wanting a divorce was:

Accepted Answer

The survey indicated that the primary reason middle-aged and older men cited for wanting a divorce was that they just fell out of love, with no obvious problems being the cause.

Question 18

In terms of divorce in middle age, women age 40 to 59 reported being more _____ following divorce than men who became divorced during this age period.

Accepted Answer

Women are more likely to report feeling lonely after divorce than men.

Question 19

Which of the following statements about research on the empty nest syndrome is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that most couples do not experience empty nest syndrome, as many parents find new opportunities and enjoy more freedom once their children leave home.

Question 20