Chapter 5 - Risks and Resilience After Divorce

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What percentage of women who first married before age 18 are divorced within 10 years?

  • 39%
  • 48% (correct)
  • 24%
  • 32%

Among non-Hispanic white women, which group has the highest risk of divorce after 10 years?

  • Women with a master's degree or higher
  • Women with high school diplomas only
  • Women without a high school degree (correct)
  • Women with a bachelor's degree

What is the likelihood of divorce for African American women after 10 years of marriage?

  • 34%
  • 32%
  • 58%
  • 47% (correct)

What proportion of non-Hispanic white women have completed legal divorce within 5 years after separation?

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What is the remarriage rate for Hispanic women 5 years after divorce?

<p>44% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does education relate to the risk of divorce among Hispanic women?

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Which of the following factors is associated with a higher risk of divorce?

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What was primarily examined by Lorenz et al. regarding mothers following divorce?

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In which study was co-parenting analyzed after divorce?

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What aspect did McLanahan (1999) focus on concerning children?

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Which research addressed the adjustment of boys following family structure transitions?

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What was the primary focus of MacKinnon (1989) regarding family dynamics?

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What is a significant difference in parenting stress reported by residential fathers compared to residential mothers?

<p>Mothers engage more in monitoring activities. (C), Fathers report less childrearing stress. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which parenting style is considered most effective in both divorced and nondivorced households?

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In the context of relationships in divorced families, which maternal-filial relationship is typically more affectionate?

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What trend is observed regarding sons in divorced families compared to those in nondivorced families?

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Divorced parents are less likely than nondivorced parents to use which parenting style?

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What is a reported consequence of divorced parenting styles in terms of children's behavior?

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What common desire is reported by nonresidential divorced fathers regarding their children?

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Which parenting style is linked to higher levels of social and academic competence in children?

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How do sons in divorced families typically feel towards their fathers compared to sons in nondivorced families?

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Which author examined the implications of divorce on children's behavior problems linked to marital stability?

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In which publication did Emery provide an overview of research on postdivorce family life for children?

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What is a primary focus of Fisher, T., De Graaf, P.M., & Kalmijn, M.'s research postdivorce?

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Which of the following studies discusses long-term physical health correlates for children after divorce?

<p>Fabricius, W.V. &amp; Luecken, L.J. (2007) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main subject of the research conducted by Forgatch, M.S., Patterson, G.R., & Ray, J.A. in 1996?

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Which publication focuses on children's best interests in legal settings post-divorce?

<p>Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which researchers highlighted the issue of family instability and its effects on child well-being?

<p>Fomby, P. &amp; Cherlin, A.J. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of research does the article by Emery, R.E., Sbarra, D.A., & Grover, T. focus on?

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Who studied the children's perspectives and findings that diverge from previous well-known research on divorce?

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Which author discussed the critical assessment of child custody evaluations and noted their limitations?

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What role do parents play regarding information disclosure about their romantic relationships to their children?

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Which factor is suggested to potentially accelerate the repartnering process after divorce?

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How can inappropriate levels of information exposure about romantic relationships impact children?

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What is indicated as a significant aspect of integrating a new romantic partner into a family?

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What does research suggest about the relationship between residential children and new partners?

<p>They increase the likelihood of forming unions with partners who also have children. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary challenge parents face regarding their dating life post-divorce?

<p>Managing children's reaction to the new partner's level of involvement in discipline. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which potential consequence should parents consider regarding overnight stays of new partners?

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In what way does the parent-child dynamic influence the child’s perception of the new romantic partner?

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What can result from managing the interaction between the new partner and children effectively?

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What aspect should parents avoid when disclosing their romantic relationships to children?

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Flashcards

Divorce Risk

The likelihood of divorce for individuals within 10 years of marriage, often considering race, education, and other variables.

Education and Divorce Risk

A positive correlation indicates that as education increases, divorce rates also rise. An inverse correlation suggests that as education increases, divorce rates tend to decline.

Divorce Completion Rates

The tendency for couples who separate to pursue legal divorce relatively soon after separation.

Socioeconomic Disadvantage and Divorce Risk

The likelihood of divorce is influenced by factors such as socioeconomic status, where a higher level of disadvantage is linked to a higher risk of divorce.

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Racial/Ethnic Disparities and Divorce Risk

The possibility that differences in divorce rates across racial and ethnic groups might be tied to long-standing economic and educational inequalities.

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Cohabitation after Separation

The tendency of couples after separation to form new relationships with a different partner.

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Remarriage Rates

The tendency of individuals to remarry after a divorce.

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Authoritative Parenting

A parenting style characterized by warmth, support, responsiveness, and consistent control and monitoring.

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Nonresidential Parents

Parents who live apart from their children due to divorce or separation.

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Residential Parents

Mothers and fathers who reside with their children.

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Social and Academic Competence

The ability to make good decisions, understand social norms, and succeed in school.

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Problem Behaviors

Negative behaviors that can include aggression, defiance, and difficulty with schoolwork.

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Lower Childrearing Stress

The state of being less stressed about parenting, often reported by fathers compared to mothers.

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Strong Desire for Parental Involvement

A desire to stay involved in the life of their children even though they are divorced.

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Disengaged Parenting

A parenting style that is characterized by little to no involvement in children's lives.

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Authoritarian Parenting

A parenting style that emphasizes control and strict rules with little warmth or support.

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Child's Readiness and Adjustment in Repartnering

Parents must consider the child's readiness and adjustment before entering a new romantic relationship.

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Parent as Relationship Gatekeeper

Parents act as gatekeepers, controlling the information shared about their new relationship, ensuring it's appropriate for the child's development.

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Inappropriate Exposure to Parental Intimacy

Excessive exposure to parental intimacy can lead to premature knowledge about sex and emotional distress in children.

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Integrating the New Partner

Parents must integrate the new romantic partner into the family system, including activities and discipline.

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Joint Activities in Repartnering

Shared activities between children and the new romantic partner can positively influence family adaptation.

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Parental Signaling in Repartnering

Parental responses to interactions between the new partner and the child can signal how to interpret the partner's behavior.

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Children's Influence on Repartnering

Parents having children increases the likelihood of them finding romantic partners who also have children.

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Child Adjustment and Repartnering Speed

Positive child adjustment may speed up the process of finding a new romantic partner after divorce.

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Parent's Role in Repartnering Success

The parent's ability to manage the challenges of repartnering significantly impacts how children adjust.

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Mutual Influence in Repartnering

Children, parents, and the new romantic partner influence each other in a cyclical manner during repartnering.

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Children's Best Interests

The idea that regardless of the circumstances, children's best interests should be prioritized in divorce proceedings.

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Child Custody Mediation

The process of resolving custody and contact arrangements between divorcing parents, with the aim of minimizing conflict and promoting cooperation.

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Child Custody Evaluations

Investigating and assessing the potential impact of a divorce on a child's well-being, with a focus on factors like parental conflict, co-parenting, and the child's adjustment.

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Co-Parenting

The process of parents working together to raise their children after divorce, involving communication, coordination, and shared decision-making.

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Parental Conflict After Divorce

Refers to the impact of post-divorce parental conflict on children's adjustment, potentially leading to emotional distress, behavioral problems, and developmental challenges.

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Study Notes

Risk and Resilience After Divorce

  • Divorce and single-parent households are common in contemporary American society.
  • This chapter reviews the stresses and adaptive challenges faced by adults and children during divorce transitions.
  • A process model of divorce is presented, viewing it as a cascade of potentially stressful changes and disruptions, affecting adults and children.
  • Divorce rates peaked in 1981, declining since then, but still approaching 50% lifetime risk of a first marriage ending in divorce.
  • Prevalence factors include age at marriage, education, income, race/ethnicity, religiosity, and the parents' marital history.
  • Families are often in transition even before a divorce is finalized, with dating and cohabitation common.
  • Divorce can lead to serious negative impacts on mental and physical health for adults, such as increased rates of depression, alcoholism, and, in some cases, mortality.

Effects of Divorce on Adjustment

  • Divorce is a highly stressful experience for adults, often leading to various negative outcomes.
  • Risks include mental health issues (e.g., depression, psychological distress), physical health concerns, and elevated risks of accident or injury.

Adult Adjustment

  • Divorce dramatically affects adults' experience, and many exhibit problematic outcomes.
  • The risk of adverse psychological consequences is substantial.
  • Divorce is linked to increases in mental health distress and poorer physical health measures, such as high blood pressure and immune system issues.
  • Economic strain is a significant factor, resulting in reduced income for divorced individuals, and potentially increasing poverty.

Child Adjustment

  • Children of divorce often experience negative outcomes.
  • Meta-analytic studies reveal a doubling of risk for behavioral problems in children of divorce compared to children in non-divorced households.
  • Many children show no serious difficulties.
  • Negative effects can persist into adulthood.

Family Relationships

  • Divorce impacts relationships between former spouses, frequently leading to conflict and disengagement.
  • Relationships may also become strained between residential parents and children.
  • Often strained relationships among siblings due to parental conflict.
  • Some positive outcomes are possible, such as increased support among family.

Relationships with Siblings

  • Divorce, often distressing for sibling relationships, involving conflict and negativity.
  • These strained relationships have a relationship with adult parent relationships.
  • Children, during the divorce process, may shift loyalties in the family unit.

Relationships with Grandparents

  • Divorce may trigger increased ties with grandparents for support (financial or otherwise).
  • This support can have benefits or negatives, dependent on the relationship quality.

Relationships with Romantic Partners

  • Repartnering following divorce is common, though it may pose additional challenges for both the adults and children who are involved.
  • The potential of a family unit transitioning into a cohabiting relationship can either positively or negatively impact child development.
  • Divorce and legal struggles are a major area of focus in social policy.
  • State laws frequently seek to promote joint legal custody and continued parental relationships.
  • Alternate efforts for non-adversarial dispute resolutions are often used.

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