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What is one of the functions of friendship in adulthood according to the material?
What is one of the functions of friendship in adulthood according to the material?
In the context of socioemotional selectivity, what is a primary motivation for social contact?
In the context of socioemotional selectivity, what is a primary motivation for social contact?
According to Walter et al. (2020), what is a common preference for men when choosing long-term partners?
According to Walter et al. (2020), what is a common preference for men when choosing long-term partners?
Which stage does NOT belong to the ABCDE model of friendship?
Which stage does NOT belong to the ABCDE model of friendship?
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What characterizes assortative mating in partner selection?
What characterizes assortative mating in partner selection?
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What was the median age of sexual debut for women reported in the Australian Study of Health and Relationships?
What was the median age of sexual debut for women reported in the Australian Study of Health and Relationships?
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Which of the following statements regarding early sexual debut is accurate based on the Australian Study of Health and Relationships?
Which of the following statements regarding early sexual debut is accurate based on the Australian Study of Health and Relationships?
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What percentage of Year 12 students reported having had sex in 2021?
What percentage of Year 12 students reported having had sex in 2021?
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What was the median value of sexual satisfaction reported by participants in the longitudinal study conducted by Prendergast et al. in 2019?
What was the median value of sexual satisfaction reported by participants in the longitudinal study conducted by Prendergast et al. in 2019?
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According to the study by Lyons et al. (2017), what percentage of older Australian men reported having had sex in the previous year?
According to the study by Lyons et al. (2017), what percentage of older Australian men reported having had sex in the previous year?
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What percentage of individuals reported being very or extremely satisfied with their sexual lives?
What percentage of individuals reported being very or extremely satisfied with their sexual lives?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason couples cohabitate?
Which of the following is NOT a reason couples cohabitate?
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What term describes a subjective evaluation of a couple’s relationship?
What term describes a subjective evaluation of a couple’s relationship?
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What factor contributes significantly to the success of marriages according to the content?
What factor contributes significantly to the success of marriages according to the content?
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Which of the following populations is more likely to face biases and discrimination?
Which of the following populations is more likely to face biases and discrimination?
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What is the main driving factor for part-time or limited cohabitation?
What is the main driving factor for part-time or limited cohabitation?
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Which term describes the degree to which spouses accommodate each other?
Which term describes the degree to which spouses accommodate each other?
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In what way do satisfied individuals often perceive their physical health?
In what way do satisfied individuals often perceive their physical health?
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What is a common outcome for individuals who report being satisfied with their sex lives?
What is a common outcome for individuals who report being satisfied with their sex lives?
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What is another term for a long-term commitment that resembles marriage but lacks official sanction?
What is another term for a long-term commitment that resembles marriage but lacks official sanction?
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Study Notes
Learning Outcomes
- Importance of friendship and its evolution across the life-span.
- Choices in partnerships and sexual behavior change over time, including implications of sexual debut.
- Historical shifts in marriage, child-rearing, and family structures.
Friendships in Adulthood
- ABCDE stages of friendship: Acquaintanceship, Buildup, Continuation, Deterioration, Ending.
- Key functions of friendship include affective support, shared experiences, sociability, and compatibility.
Socioemotional Selectivity Theory
- Social interactions are driven by various goals:
- Information seeking.
- Self-concept development.
- Emotional regulation.
Importance of Friendship
- Positive correlation between the size of friendship circles and levels of physical activity.
Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love
- Components of love: Passion, Intimacy, and Commitment.
Partner Selection and Assortative Mating
- Individuals tend to select partners with similar attributes.
- Women generally prefer older partners with financial stability, while men prefer younger partners based on attractiveness.
- Increased gender equality correlates with partners being closer in age.
Sexual Debut in Australia
- Median age of sexual debut: Women 18, Men 17.
- Notable stability in debut age, with fluctuations in early debut rates among genders.
- Sharp rise in condom use from 20% in the 1950s to 90% in the 2000s.
Sexual Behavior in Adolescents
- 69.1% of young individuals have participated in romantic or sexual relationships.
- Majority of relationships reported as monogamous, with substantial sex education awareness.
Sexual Experiences in Emerging Adulthood
- Median number of sexual partners reported by young adults: 3.
- High levels of sexual satisfaction noted.
Sexual Activity in Older Adulthood
- 72% of older Australians (60+) reported sexual activity in the last year.
- Many express a desire for sexual expression in later life.
Relationship Satisfaction and Health
- Satisfied sex lives contribute to positive assessments of physical health and overall happiness.
- Greater sexual satisfaction correlates with feelings of love, commitment, and partner satisfaction.
Trends in Relationships
- Increase in singlehood, with a notable percentage of households occupied by unmarried individuals.
- Styles of cohabitation include convenience arrangements, trial marriages, and long-term partnerships without formal recognition.
Marriage Insights
- Marital success encompasses overall outcomes, quality, adjustment, and satisfaction.
- High levels of homogamy are linked to marital success.
- Marital satisfaction tends to fluctuate, often peaking during early marriage and improving post-childrearing.
Divorce Trends
- Increased risks for divorce associated with factors like poverty, age at marriage, and prior relationship experiences.
- Divorce can lead to long-term psychological impacts, including feelings of loss and vulnerability, especially for middle-aged women.
Family Dynamics
- Families in Australia comprise nuclear and extended structures.
- Trends show a growing prevalence of child-free couples and decreased family sizes.
Grandparenting Experience
- Grandparents often find joy in mutual affection, shared activities, and teaching grandchildren.
- Average age for becoming a grandparent is in the 40s to 50s, with various engagement styles including formal and fun-seeking interactions.
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This quiz covers the important changes in friendship, partnership choices, and sexual behaviors across the lifespan. Understand the evolution of marriage and child-rearing practices and their implications for relationships in different stages of life.
