The Best Predictor of Successful Adaptation of a New Couple

question 32

Multiple Choice

The best predictor of successful adaptation of a new couple to the arrival of a new baby is

• A) in-law support.
• B) the support of other children.
• C) support of siblings.
• D) partner support.

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Definitions:

Central Route

A method of persuasion that involves deeply processing the content of a message, considering its arguments and evidence.

Peripheral Route

A method of persuasion that relies on superficial cues rather than the message's substantive aspects, as outlined in the Elaboration Likelihood Model of persuasion.

Scientific Data

Information collected through systematic observation or experimentation, used to validate or refute hypotheses.

Elaboration Likelihood Model

The idea that an individual’s thoughts about a persuasive message (rather than the message itself) determine whether attitude change will occur.