Childless Middle-Aged Adults __________

question 70

Multiple Choice

Childless middle-aged adults __________.

• A) become generative as mentors in the workplace, community volunteers, or in family relationships
• B) become stagnant because the primary means of realizing generativity is through parenting a child
• C) are likely to become stagnant because they are not making contributions that will survive death
• D) are likely to become generative because they have time to focus on what they can get from others

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Definitions:

Pride

A sense of profound contentment that comes from personal accomplishments, the successes of close associates, or from having qualities or belongings that are greatly esteemed.

Shame

A discomforting sensation of shame or upset stemming from an awareness of improper or silly actions.

Inherit

To receive genes from one's parents, or to receive property, titles, debts, rights, or obligations after someone's death.

Temperament

An individual's innate predisposition towards emotional reactivity and intensity, influencing their behavior and interactions with others.