Jahoda (1981) Captured Which of the Following Unintended Consequences of Work

question 29

Multiple Choice

Jahoda (1981) captured which of the following unintended consequences of work, highlighting the important psychological outcomes derived from work that are discontinued when one is out of work?​

• A)​Reinforcement of personal status and identity and participation in activities associated with work that is viewed as a necessity in the give-and-take of daily life
• B)​A daily time structure that is devoted to working and shared experiences and interactions with cohorts and other individuals outside the nuclear family
• C)​The opportunity to express purpose and goals of life
• D)​All of the above

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Definitions:

Egocentrism

According to Piaget, the assumption that others view the world as one does oneself.

Stagnation

A state of inactivity or lack of progress, often leading to a lack of development or growth.

Climacteric Phase

A transitional stage in life, typically occurring in middle age, marked by a decline in reproductive hormones and associated with menopause in women.

Middle Adulthood

A stage of life, usually between the ages of 40 and 65, characterized by personal, professional, and family achievements and adjustments.