Intimacy and Marriage in Adulthood
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What is a common result for couples who stay married for religious reasons?

  • Their relationships either remain troubled or grow stronger. (correct)
  • Their family dynamics improve significantly.
  • They always have a happy relationship.
  • They eventually separate due to differences.

What effect does the empty nest period typically have on marriages?

  • No significant change is observed.
  • Marriages become a source of conflict.
  • Marriages usually improve due to increased intimacy. (correct)
  • Marriages often deteriorate during this time.

What similarities exist between same-sex and different-sex couples?

  • Both experience the same rates of domestic abuse.
  • Both groups have unique relationship dynamics.
  • Both groups are equally likely to cohabit without marriage.
  • Both face challenges related to finances and communication. (correct)

What factor primarily influenced alcohol abuse in romantic couples according to the study?

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What is one reason for the well-being of children from same-sex couples?

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How does family income generally compare between same-sex and different-sex couples?

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Which element was NOT mentioned as crucial for the well-being of children from same-sex couples?

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What commonly happens to the emotional well-being of couples during the empty nest phase?

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What percentage of parents with grown children had at least one child living less than 30 miles away?

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What is a common misconception about older generations living with younger ones?

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What term describes adults who live with their parents for a while?

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Why do many retirees choose to stay in states like Maine or Iowa instead of moving to warmer states?

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What is the primary factor contributing to more young adults living with their parents today compared to 1980?

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What is meant by the term 'fictive kin'?

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What common focus is noted in studies about adult living arrangements among families?

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What can increase when adults share living spaces, such as kitchens and bathrooms?

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What is a significant reason children may influence adult decisions regarding marriage?

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What trend is observed among cohabiters who have children together?

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How do older couples typically approach living arrangements in LAT relationships?

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What financial pattern is often seen in LAT couples compared to married couples?

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What does Sternberg suggest are the three aspects of romantic love?

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What feeling tends to be associated with establishing a new partnership?

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At what age do couples usually consider separate residences temporary?

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Why might a parent leave a violent partner despite the presence of children?

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What is typically observed during the honeymoon period of a marriage?

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What factor often decreases happiness for couples after having children?

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During which time frame of marriage is happiness most likely to dip as children reach puberty?

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What is a common reason for divorce rates to be higher in the first years of marriage?

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Which demographic is reported to have the highest divorce rates?

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What trend is observed regarding marital happiness beyond 30 years of marriage?

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How does education level impact marriage according to the data?

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What is a potential reason children may increase satisfaction in some relationships?

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What is one major factor that contributes to the happiness and health of adults?

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How has the concept of marriage evolved in modern society compared to a few decades ago?

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What is indicated about adults' views on marriage despite fewer people marrying?

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What correlation exists between marriage and adult health according to the content?

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What factor did one married gay man cite as influencing his decision to marry?

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What notable trend has been observed in marriage rates over the years?

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What effect can in-laws' acceptance have on a marriage?

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What trend has been observed regarding the divorce rate from 1990 to 2019?

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What factor is likely influencing the higher salaries of married men after five years compared to their single counterparts?

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What is a common consequence for noncustodial parents after a divorce?

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What can be inferred about same-sex marriages once legalized in the United States?

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How does maturity influence marital conflict resolution according to the content?

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What aspect of modern marriage reflects significant progression compared to the past?

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What is a potential result of divorce on social relationships?

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What is a reason fewer adults are deciding to marry, as per the content?

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What generally happens to relationships with in-laws after a couple divorces?

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Flashcards

Romantic Partnerships

Long-term romantic relationships, like those with partners, are associated with greater happiness and health in adulthood.

Human Connection

Humans are social creatures who thrive on connection with others. Research shows that strong relationships contribute to better physical and mental well-being.

Marriage

The traditional institution of marriage is evolving, with later ages, more diverse pairings, and greater gender equality. Despite changes, marriage remains a common aspiration for most adults.

Benefits of Marriage

Marriage is commonly perceived as beneficial for society and childrearing. Research shows that married individuals often experience better financial stability, improved health, and increased longevity.

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Linked Lives

The lives of partners and spouses become intertwined, leading to mutual adjustments and enhanced functioning as a couple.

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Marriage and Salary

Studies show that married men tend to experience a higher average salary compared to their single counterparts, possibly due to the influence of their spouses.

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Marriage as a Marker

Marriage is often considered a symbol of a successful and fulfilling life for many individuals.

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Gender Norms in Marriage

While traditionally women have been seen as contributors to household comfort, it's important to recognize that both spouses contribute to each other's well-being.

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Empty Nest Effect

The period after children have left home, often leading to improved relationships for couples.

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Gray Divorce

Divorce occurring later in life, often after a long marriage.

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Same-Sex Couple Similarities

Same-sex couples face similar challenges and benefits as heterosexual couples, including communication, finances, and domestic abuse.

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Children in Same-Sex Families

Children in same-sex families face similar well-being considerations as children in heterosexual families.

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Marriage vs. Cohabitation

Married couples, both same-sex and heterosexual, have lower rates of alcohol abuse than cohabiting couples.

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Family Income Impact

Lower family income can negatively affect children's development, both in same-sex and heterosexual families.

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Family Connections

Strong family connections are important for relationship well-being, regardless of the couple's sexual orientation.

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Children's Influence on Relationships

Children can significantly impact adult decisions about marriage, divorce, cohabitation, or living apart together (LAT). They can be a reason for couples to stay together or separate, depending on the situation.

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LAT Relationships and Age

Living apart together becomes more common as people age. Older couples often prefer separate residences.

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LAT Relationships and Children

Older couples might choose to live apart together (LAT) to avoid upsetting their grown children.

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Cohabitation and Marriage

Couples who cohabit and have children together are more likely to marry, especially when the children begin attending school.

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Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love

Romantic love has three components: passion, intimacy, and commitment. Passion fuels the initial connection, intimacy develops through shared experiences, and commitment is shown through promises and support.

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Financial Aspects of LAT

LAT couples often struggle with financial arrangements, as they may not combine their wealth like married couples.

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The Impact of Time on Relationships

Partnerships generally bring happiness to both individuals, and the passage of time can strengthen the emotional bond.

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Commitment in Relationships

Commitment is expressed through promises, faithfulness, and offering support during challenging times like illness, job loss, or difficulties with children.

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Honeymoon Period

The initial period of a marriage characterized by high levels of satisfaction and happiness.

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Marital Satisfaction Over Time

Marital satisfaction typically dips in the first five years, stabilizes for a period, dips again during the teenage years of children, rises when children leave home, and remains relatively high in later years.

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Children and Marital Satisfaction

Children, particularly infants and teenagers, often decrease marital satisfaction due to the increased stress and financial burden.

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Empty Nest Syndrome

The period following the departure of children from the home, which can bring both increased freedom and potential challenges for couples.

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Ethnic Differences in Divorce Rates

Divorce rates vary across ethnic groups, with Asian Americans having the lowest rates and African Americans having the highest.

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Education and Marriage

College-educated couples tend to have higher marriage rates and lower divorce rates.

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Factors Affecting Marital Happiness

Marital happiness can be influenced by a variety of factors, including age, ethnicity, personality, circumstances, and socioeconomic status.

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Boomerang Children

Adult children who return to live with their parents after a period of independence.

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Swollen Nest

A family household with adult children living with their parents, often due to financial or personal reasons.

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Impact of Family Relationships on Living Choices

Adults tend to prioritize living near family members, particularly children and grandchildren, even when they have financial means to live elsewhere.

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Reciprocal Living Arrangements

When both older and younger generations live together, often with older generations providing housing and younger generations providing support.

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Fictive Kin

Individuals who are not related by blood but are considered family due to close and lasting relationships.

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Toxic Family Relationships

Harmful or destructive family relationships that can lead individuals to seek support and connection outside of their biological family.

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Family Bonds vs. Political Differences

Despite political or social differences, family ties often remain strong, even in cases of disagreement.

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Family Dynamics in Multi-Generational Households

Living in multi-generational households (e.g., three generations) can lead to both increased conflicts (e.g., over shared spaces) and strengthened friendships.

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Family Influence on Relationships

The impact of family members, particularly in-laws, on the success of a relationship, especially in cases of interethnic marriages.

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Macrosystem Impact on Divorce

The influence of broader societal norms and values on divorce rates, such as cultural attitudes towards divorce and societal structures.

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Microsystem Impact on Divorce

The impact of individual factors, such as personal beliefs, communication styles, and individual experiences on divorce.

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Separation Motivations

One or both partners in a marriage believe they would be happier without the other, leading to separation.

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Divorce Rate Trends

The decline in overall divorce rates due to people marrying later in life, resulting in fewer marriages at high risk for divorce.

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Divorce Impact on Children

The negative effects of divorce on children, including increased parenting stress and reduced communication with non-custodial parents.

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Divorce Impact on Family Relationships

Divorce can lead to strained relationships with extended family members, including parents, in-laws, and married friends.

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Remarriage Benefits

Remarriage can provide positive outcomes, such as restored intimacy, improved health, and enhanced financial security.

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Study Notes

Intimacy: Connecting with Others

  • Humans are not meant to be loners, physical and psychological well-being flourish with supportive family and friends
  • Romantic partnerships are crucial for happiness and well-being
  • Marriage is traditionally a codified romantic bond, but is less common, later in life, and more diverse (including same-sex and interracial couples)
  • Most adults still hope to marry, believing that society functions better with couples married
  • Marriage rates have decreased and people marry later
  • Divorce rates are higher among divorced couples than single couples
  • Same-sex couples have a high marriage rate, viewed as a marker of success in personal life
  • Marriage in adulthood involves adjusting to each other's needs, allowing for better couple function versus singlehood

Marriage in Adulthood

  • Marriage is often associated with increased comfort, higher income for men, and more comfortable homes
  • Modern roles in marriage are changing, with women having more jobs and men involved in child care
  • Non-marital romantic relationships are increasing, with cohabitation a common alternative to marriage
  • Cohabitation has less happiness and higher rates of dissolution, but this is sometimes related to lower income
  • Midlife cohabiting couples have similar happiness to married couples, net of income

Living Apart Together (LAT)

  • LAT couples, those who live separately but maintain a romantic partnership, are on the rise
  • LAT couples are chosen at older ages, and frequently for economic reasons
  • Couples under 30 who live apart typically view it as temporary
  • Financial patterns can be a challenge for LAT couples, with women frequently wanting to maintain financial separate accounts
  • Children are often a strong influence on relationship choices, including decisions to marry, divorce, cohabit, or stay as LAT
  • Older couples may choose LAT to avoid upsetting their adult children

Intergenerational Relationships

  • Ties between adults and their parents are common, with regular contact prevalent
  • Intergenerational relationships can be strengthened, not weakened, by physical separation
  • Adults often live near their parents, often because of proximity or financial advantages
  • Boomerang children, adults living with parents, is an increasingly common trend
  • Many adults prefer having separate housing and lives

Fictive Kin

  • Fictive kin are relationships where people are treated as family members, despite not being biologically related;
  • Could be the result of family member recommendations to other families
  • Often chosen in order to meet needs, such as needing a match for a stem cell donor
  • The result of prejudice or rejection from family.
  • Often have critical roles in community survival and success.
  • Children, especially when they are infants or teens, may decrease happiness in marriages
  • Divorce rates are higher in the early years of marriage, but the rates decrease with age
  • Happiness holds steady from 10-20 years in marriages, before dipping in the 20-30 range before rising in the 30-50 range.
  • Economic factors and the ages of marriage play significant roles
  • Education and religion affect who marries and rates of divorce

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Explore the dynamics of intimacy and marriage in adulthood. This quiz covers the importance of romantic partnerships, societal changes in marriage rates, and the impact of diversity in modern relationships. Discover how these factors contribute to overall well-being and happiness.

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