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What does marital adjustment primarily refer to?
What does marital adjustment primarily refer to?
- The degree to which a husband and wife accommodate each other (correct)
- The similarity of values in a relationship
- The ability to resolve conflicts without argument
- The emotional intimacy shared by partners
Which theory emphasizes fairness and contribution in a relationship?
Which theory emphasizes fairness and contribution in a relationship?
- Exchange Theory (correct)
- Family Life Cycle
- Homogamy
- Developmental Changes
What is a challenge faced by single adults in a marriage-oriented society?
What is a challenge faced by single adults in a marriage-oriented society?
- Career advancement
- Increased financial stability
- Finding a community of support
- Intimacy and loneliness (correct)
Which aspect of work is highlighted as crucial for individual identity?
Which aspect of work is highlighted as crucial for individual identity?
What concept refers to the positive feelings resulting from evaluating one’s job?
What concept refers to the positive feelings resulting from evaluating one’s job?
What is the primary psychosocial crisis described by Erikson in the context of intimacy?
What is the primary psychosocial crisis described by Erikson in the context of intimacy?
During which of Freud's psychosexual stages does the conflict of establishing intimate relationships arise?
During which of Freud's psychosexual stages does the conflict of establishing intimate relationships arise?
How do women typically approach friendships in adulthood according to the content?
How do women typically approach friendships in adulthood according to the content?
What principle underlies Kohlberg’s Post Conventional Level of moral development?
What principle underlies Kohlberg’s Post Conventional Level of moral development?
In the context of assortative mating, which dimension is least likely to be a factor in partner selection?
In the context of assortative mating, which dimension is least likely to be a factor in partner selection?
What does 'battered woman syndrome' indicate?
What does 'battered woman syndrome' indicate?
What is one characteristic of friendships during young adulthood?
What is one characteristic of friendships during young adulthood?
What outcome arises when Erikson's intimacy crisis is successfully resolved?
What outcome arises when Erikson's intimacy crisis is successfully resolved?
What is the leading cause of death for young adults?
What is the leading cause of death for young adults?
Which age range is classified as Early/Young Adulthood?
Which age range is classified as Early/Young Adulthood?
What developmental task do individuals primarily face during Erikson's Intimacy vs. Isolation stage?
What developmental task do individuals primarily face during Erikson's Intimacy vs. Isolation stage?
At what age does physical strength and coordination generally peak?
At what age does physical strength and coordination generally peak?
What mental processing stage follows Piaget's Formal Operational Thought in adulthood, according to Kitchener et al.?
What mental processing stage follows Piaget's Formal Operational Thought in adulthood, according to Kitchener et al.?
Which factor is noted as a common bad health habit developed during young adulthood?
Which factor is noted as a common bad health habit developed during young adulthood?
What is a characteristic of emerging adulthood?
What is a characteristic of emerging adulthood?
During which age range do individuals typically experience peak creativity according to the content?
During which age range do individuals typically experience peak creativity according to the content?
Flashcards
Young Adulthood Age Range
Young Adulthood Age Range
The period from the early 20s to the late 30s.
Emerging Adulthood
Emerging Adulthood
Transition period from adolescence to adulthood (typically 18-24 years old), striving for independence and responsibility.
Physical Peak in Young Adulthood
Physical Peak in Young Adulthood
Physical strength, coordination, and dexterity are typically at their best in the late 20s and early 30s. This is often the peak time for professional athletes as well
Leading Cause of Death in Young Adulthood
Leading Cause of Death in Young Adulthood
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Postformal Thought
Postformal Thought
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Erikson's Intimacy vs. Isolation
Erikson's Intimacy vs. Isolation
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Creativity Peak in Adulthood
Creativity Peak in Adulthood
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Postformal Thought - Problem Solving
Postformal Thought - Problem Solving
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Marital Adjustment
Marital Adjustment
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Homogamy
Homogamy
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Exchange Theory in Relationships
Exchange Theory in Relationships
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LGBTQAI+ Community
LGBTQAI+ Community
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Job Satisfaction
Job Satisfaction
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Intimacy vs. Isolation
Intimacy vs. Isolation
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Social Contract Morality
Social Contract Morality
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Universal Principles Morality
Universal Principles Morality
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Genital Stage
Genital Stage
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Assortative Mating
Assortative Mating
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Abusive Relationship
Abusive Relationship
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Battered Woman Syndrome
Battered Woman Syndrome
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Successful Marriage Predictors
Successful Marriage Predictors
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Study Notes
Early or Young Adulthood (ages 20s-30s)
- WHO defines young people as ages 10-24.
- Millennials are born between 1981 and 1996.
- Issues include:
- Length of relationships (long vs. short)
- Marriage vs. divorce
- Same sex marriage vs. traditional marriage
- Staying in the country vs. working abroad
- Salary vs. relationship
- Emerging adulthood is a transition (ages 18-24) from adolescence to adulthood, seeking independence and responsibility.
- Physical development peaks in young adulthood, with strength, coordination, and dexterity at their best in the late 20s/early 30s.
- Professionals reach their peak in their mid-30s.
- Overall health is typically good, with accidents the leading cause of death.
- Unhealthy habits (smoking, drinking, drug use, etc.) can lead to health problems in the future.
- Sexuality is often explored and relationships established.
- Sexually transmitted infections can be a concern.
- Formal operational thought becomes more advanced.
- Adults generally are more knowledgeable and realistic.
- Postformal thought involves reflective thinking.
- Emotional and subjective factors affect decision-making.
- Creativity peaks in adulthood.
Erik Erikson's Intimacy vs. Isolation (ages 20-40)
- Individuals face the challenge of forming intimate relationships.
- Intimacy involves finding oneself while merging with another, a two-sided process
- Predominant Social Settings include friendships and romantic relationships
- Psychosocial crisis: ability to reach out to others
- Outcome: capacity to pursue a career and build intimate relationships; otherwise, isolation.
- Strong resolution results in 'Love' as a virtue
- Post Conventional Moral Reasoning focuses on social contracts.
- Universal principles guide ethical decision-making.
Friendship in Adulthood
- People typically have a larger social circle.
- Women's friendships often revolve around emotional sharing.
- Men's friendships tend to center around shared activities and interests.
Loving Through Adulthood
- Assortative mating is where similarities between partners influence relationship choices.
- Relationships are influenced by factors such as education, beliefs, physical traits, lifestyle and socioeconomic status.
Dark Side of Relationships
- Abusive relationships occur when one person is aggressive toward another.
- Battered Woman Syndrome describes a woman trapped in an abusive relationship.
Marriage and Relationship Success
- Important factors include marital adjustment (accommodation), homogamy (similar values), and exchange theory (fair exchange).
Gay and Lesbian Couples
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning (LGBTQAI+) relationships are evolving
- LGBTQAI+ relationships are becoming more prevalent
- LGBTQAI+ couples seek protection and recognition
Single Adults
- Singlehood is a lifestyle choice
- Finding intimacy, dealing with loneliness, and developing self-identity challenges single adults.
Family Life Cycle
- Focuses on families: Nuclear and Extended
- Includes having children and divorce/remarriage
- There is a search for work purpose, recognition and meaning in life.
- Work provides identity for most adults
Careers and Work
- Developmental changes in careers
- Finding purpose in work
- Work deeply affects people's lifestyles and identities.
- Burnout and alienation are negative outcomes of stressful work environments
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