Question 1

Explain the relationship that middle-aged children share with aging parents.

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Question 2

In a study administered by Alyssa Zucker and her colleagues to college-educated women, it was found that despite increasing concern with aging, _________ was lower among older women, suggesting, perhaps, that older women are more settled.

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Question 3

Which of the following is a reason for grandparents to be able to relate to grandchildren in a more relaxed way than parents?​

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Grandparents often have a wealth of experience in child-rearing due to having raised their own children, which can contribute to a more relaxed approach when interacting with their grandchildren.

Question 4

Most people who change their careers do so in _________.

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Question 5

Which of the following is true of sibling relationships in middle adulthood?​

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Most adult sibling relationships tend to reflect the nature of sibling relationships in childhood. While some sibling relationships may become strained or distant in adulthood due to a variety of factors, such as geographic distance or personal conflicts, most sibling relationships tend to remain stable and important throughout adulthood. Research has found that sibling relationships in middle adulthood can provide emotional support, practical assistance, and a sense of continuity and connectedness to childhood experiences. However, the quality and closeness of sibling relationships in adulthood can vary widely depending on factors such as personality, life experiences, and family dynamics.

Question 6

Van Hiel and colleagues found that those research participants who had the highest level of what Erikson would call generativity scored significantly higher in the personality variable of _________.

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Van Hiel and colleagues found that those high in generativity scored significantly higher in conscientiousness, suggesting that generativity is associated with responsibility and dependability.

Question 7

Which of the following is true of the "sandwich generation"?​

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The "sandwich generation" refers to middle-aged adults who are caring for both their children and their aging parents at the same time, creating a "sandwich" effect. It is not limited to a specific gender assumption nor does it involve caring for grandchildren.

Question 8

Van Hiel and colleagues found that those research participants who had the highest level of what Erikson would call stagnation scored significantly higher in the personality variable of _________.

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According to Erikson's theory, stagnation occurs when individuals focus solely on their own needs and become disconnected from others. This is associated with feelings of dissatisfaction and unhappiness. Previous research has found that high levels of neuroticism are associated with negative emotions such as anxiety, depression, and irritability, which are consistent with the negative outcomes of stagnation. Therefore, those who score high in stagnation would likely score higher in neuroticism.

Question 9

Which of the following is a difference between friendships in men and friendships in women?​

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Research suggests that men tend to engage in more competition and conflict in their friendships compared to women, who prioritize communication and support.

Question 10

Discuss how unemployment affects middle-aged adults.

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Question 11

The generativity versus stagnation stage is the _________ stage of Erikson's psychosocial development.

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The generativity versus stagnation stage is the seventh stage of Erikson's psychosocial development. This stage occurs during middle adulthood, typically between the ages of 40 and 65. In this stage, individuals are focused on making a positive contribution to society and the next generation, either through work or raising children. Failing to do so can lead to feelings of stagnation and unfulfillment.

Question 12

_________ is a factor in the "big five" model of personality that contrasts kindness, trust, and warmth with hostility, selfishness, and distrust.

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Agreeableness is the factor in the "big five" model of personality that contrasts kindness, trust, and warmth with hostility, selfishness, and distrust. Conscientiousness refers to being organized, responsible, and focused, while neuroticism relates to emotional instability and anxiety. Extraversion refers to being outgoing and sociable.

Question 13

The _________ approach to middle age focuses on the particular challenges and changes that people are likely to face at this time of life rather than phases or stages of life.

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The life-events approach emphasizes the specific events or transitions that occur during middle age, such as career changes, empty nest syndrome, and caring for aging parents. This approach differs from other theories, like the psychosocial approach (which emphasizes personality development) or the cognitive approach (which emphasizes thinking processes), and the psychosexual approach (which emphasizes sexual development).

Question 14

Describe career change in middle adulthood.

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Question 15

In a study administered by Alyssa Zucker and her colleagues to college-educated women, it was found that _________ was higher in the 40s than in the 20s.

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The concept of generativity, which is the desire to give back to the next generation, is commonly associated with midlife. Therefore, higher scores on generativity in the 40s compared to the 20s is expected.

Question 16

_________ is the age at which women who become pregnant are advised to check for chromosomal abnormalities in their fetuses.

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Women who become pregnant at the age of 35 or above are advised to do prenatal testing to check for chromosomal abnormalities in their fetuses. This is because the risk of having a baby with Down syndrome, for instance, increases as a woman gets older. The test commonly done is called the amniocentesis, which involves taking a sample of the amniotic fluid around the fetus and analyzing its chromosomes. While amniocentesis is a safe procedure, it does carry the risk of miscarriage. Therefore, pregnant women are advised to weigh the benefits and risks of this testing with their healthcare providers before making a decision.

Question 17

_________ is a factor in the "big five" model of personality that contrasts talkativeness, assertiveness, and activity with silence, passivity, and reserve.

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Extraversion is the factor that contrasts talkativeness, assertiveness, and activity with silence, passivity, and reserve.

Question 18

In terms of friends, which of the following is true of research carried out by Toni Antonucci and Kira Burditt in 2004?

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Question 19

Explain Erikson's theory of psychosocial development with regard to middle adulthood.

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Question 20

Briefly describe Daniel Levinson's seasons.

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Quiz 16: Middle Adulthood: Social and Emotional Development