Adulthood Answers

Which of the following is considered a stressor in a marriage? A.having financial troubleB.having respect for each otherC.spending time with friendsD.feeling content with the marriage

During the generativity versus stagnation phase, adults feel a need to give back to society, often by raising children.

An individual in middle adulthood often begins to experience which of the following changes? A. pursuing new challenges B. evaluating life’s purpose C. reflecting on personal mortality D. developing intimate relationships Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Successful marriages have all of the following characteristics except __________. A.good communicationB.good debating skillsC.shared values and interestsD.commitment

Adults who wish to provide something of value to younger generations are generally more satisfied with their life.

Successful resolution of the generativity versus self-absorption stage of adulthood should result in all of the following except __________.A.being selfishB.giving guidanceC.feeling productiveD.valuing action

Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows.Dave is 38 years old and realizes that he hasn’t accomplished many things he has wanted to do in his life. He was recently fired from his job because of cutbacks and often notices that his physical abilities appear to be changing in a bothersome way. He feels regretful about his choices in life and often feels depressed. Dave may be experiencing __________.A.intimacy issuesB.a midlife crisisC.generativityD.family issues

Emerging adults are typically financially independent from their parents. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following statements is not true about parenthood? A.Parents or caregivers should not set boundaries for their children.B.Parents or caregivers should provide for a child’s basic needs. C.Parents or caregivers should meet the emotional needs of their children. D.Parents or caregivers should keep their child safe and free from harm.