Question 1

Caleb has decided to leave college and return to live at home with his parents. He is on the cusp of

Accepted Answer

Caleb's decision to leave college and move back home suggests that he is still in the process of transitioning into young adulthood.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true of the empty nest syndrome?

Accepted Answer

The empty nest syndrome involves a decline in marital satisfaction after children leave the home. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the empty nest syndrome.

Question 3

Jasper's grandparents show a strong interest in all their grandchildren but are careful not to give child-rearing advice. They are using the ________ style of grandparenting.

Accepted Answer

The formal style of grandparenting is characterized by grandparents showing interest in their grandchildren without interfering in parenting decisions, which matches the description given.

Question 4

Which of the following is a factor that could undermine the influence of increases in longevity on the nature of grandparenting?

Accepted Answer

The trend of delaying childbearing can undermine the influence of increases in longevity on grandparenting because it may reduce the overlap period during which grandparents and grandchildren can interact. If parents have children later in life, their own parents (the grandparents) may be older and potentially less able to engage in active grandparenting roles due to health issues or even mortality.

Question 5

Karen, aged 21, is a senior in college, but her mother calls her five or six times a day to "check in" and to ask her what she is doing, what she had for lunch, and so on. This type of parenting is called ________ parenting.

Accepted Answer

This type of parenting is called helicopter parenting, where the parent is overly involved in the child's life and constantly hovers over them.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true of sibling relationships?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that it is uncommon for siblings who were not close during childhood to become close in adulthood. The bonds formed in childhood tend to persist into adulthood, though they may change in intensity and closeness over time.

Question 7

According to Neugarten and Weinstein, which of the following is one of the prominent meanings attached to being a grandparent?

Accepted Answer

According to Neugarten and Weinstein, one of the prominent meanings attached to being a grandparent is a source of emotional self-fulfillment.

Question 8

In a survey conducted by AARP (2004), which of the following is a reason cited by middle-aged and older women for their divorce?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol or drug abuse is a commonly cited reason for divorce among middle-aged and older women, as per the AARP survey.

Question 9

Trevor and Michelle's last child has just left home to attend college. According to a study conducted by Gorchoff, John, and Helson in 2008, this will most likely be a time when

Accepted Answer

According to the study conducted by Gorchoff, John, and Helson in 2008, parents who experience an empty nest tend to have increased marital satisfaction. This is because they have more time to focus on each other and their relationship without the distractions and responsibilities of parenting. Therefore, it is likely that Trevor and Michelle will have increased marital satisfaction now that their last child has left home for college.

Question 10

In a survey conducted by AARP (2004), one of the reasons middle-aged and older men cited for wanting a divorce was

Accepted Answer

According to the survey conducted by AARP, one of the reasons middle-aged and older men cited for wanting a divorce was different values and lifestyles. Verbal, physical, or emotional abuse, alcohol or drug abuse, and unemployment were cited as reasons but not as much as different values and lifestyles.

Question 11

According to a study by Cicirelli in 2009, the majority of sibling relationships in adulthood are

Accepted Answer

Cicirelli's study found that the majority of sibling relationships in adulthood are close. This suggests that siblings often maintain a positive relationship even as they grow older.

Question 12

Katie, a 30-year-old woman, is working as a freelance writer. Recently, she decided to move in with her parents. However, both Katie and her parents are facing adjustment issues. According to research, which of the following is most likely a common complaint voiced by both Katie and her parents?

Accepted Answer

Moving back in with parents often leads to a loss of privacy for both the adult child and the parents. This can be a common complaint for both parties. While A and B may also be issues, the loss of privacy is most commonly cited. C may or may not be an issue, depending on the financial situation of both parties.

Question 13

Gerard and his sister were never close when growing up. Now that they are adults, it is most likely that their relationship is

Accepted Answer

Since Gerard and his sister were never close when growing up, it is likely that their relationship remained distant even as they reached adulthood.

Question 14

In a survey conducted by AARP (2004), divorced adults reported that they had generally stayed married and postponed their divorces because of

Accepted Answer

According to the survey conducted by AARP in 2004, divorced adults reported that they had postponed their divorces because of their children. This implies that the well-being of their children was a crucial factor in their decision-making process, and they wanted to maintain the stability of their family for the sake of their children's emotional and social development. None of the other options – financial problems, religious beliefs, or cultural norms – were reported as the primary reason for postponing divorces by a majority of respondents in the survey.

Question 15

David and Tina have one grandson, Dillon. They see him almost every weekend and make it a point to go to a movie or a park with him. Both Dillon and his grandparents look forward to their time together. According to Neugarten and Weinstein, David and Tina have a(n) ________ style of grandparenting.

Accepted Answer

David and Tina's grandparenting style focuses on having fun and creating enjoyable experiences with their grandson, which aligns with the "fun-seeking" style described by Neugarten and Weinstein.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

According to the survey conducted by AARP in 2004, the primary reason cited by middle-aged and older women for wanting a divorce was verbal, physical, or emotional abuse. This reason was chosen by 62% of the women surveyed, followed by falling out of love (28%), different values and lifestyles (16%), and unemployment (11%).

Question 17

Matt and Sandra are not letting go of their children even though the children are now adults and are earning enough to live on their own. Matt and Sandra are engaging in

Accepted Answer

Permaparenting refers to parents who continue to provide for and make decisions for their adult children, not allowing them to become independent.

Question 18

Humberto and Xanat are a middle-aged couple. They have been married for 25 years. They view their marriage as a positive experience. According to a study by Gorchoff, John, and Helson, it is likely that they

Accepted Answer

The study by Gorchoff, John, and Helson suggests that couples who view their marriage as a positive experience are more likely to engage in mutual activities, which can include hobbies, travel, or other shared interests. It is not necessarily related to their sexual relationship, physical attraction, or religion.

Question 19

Angelo and his wife just had their last child move out of the house. He and his wife 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 situation described in the passage is a classic example of the empty nest syndrome, which refers to the feelings of loneliness and loss of purpose that parents may experience when their children leave the home.

Question 20

Which of the following is true of middle-aged and older adults who had poor sibling relationships in childhood?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that men who had poor sibling relationships in childhood are more likely to develop depression by age 50.

Quiz 16: Socioemotional Development in Middle Adulthood