In the Context of Recent Trends, Identify the Reason That

question 65

Multiple Choice

In the context of recent trends, identify the reason that has made cohabitation widespread and accepted in the United States.

• A) Young adults defer marriage longer, and cohabitation is seen as a viable living arrangement.
• B) More gay and lesbian couples are "coming out" and living together.
• C) Cohabitators disregard sexual exclusivity with partners and redefine fidelity as faithfulness to all sexual partners involved in the relationship.
• D) Young adults are able to maintain intimate relationships with more than one sexual partner in a cohabitation.

Identify the importance of social support and the revision of possible selves for meaning and happiness in adulthood.

Understand the dynamics and benefits of marital partnerships across different stages of adulthood.

Comprehend the impact of divorce on individuals and families, including emotional responses and adjustments.

Recognize the role of friendships and social support in middle adulthood.

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Definitions:

Elaboration Likelihood Model

A theory that explains how people are persuaded, suggesting two main pathways of persuasion: central and peripheral.

Central Route

A pathway of persuasion that involves careful and thoughtful consideration of the arguments presented in a message.

Noncommitment

An unwillingness or hesitation to make a decision or take a definitive stance on an issue.

Esteem Needs

Part of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, referring to the need for respect, self-esteem, and recognition from others.