Marta Is 48 and Recently Divorced,but She Has Accepted the Break-Up

question 136

Multiple Choice

Marta is 48 and recently divorced,but she has accepted the break-up of her marriage and the age-related declines she is experiencing and feels that she has a purpose in life.She has started a small internet business,is taking classes at the local community college,and spends time with her children,grandchildren,and friends.According to Ryff,Marta is experiencing

• A)a mid-life crisis.
• B)well-being.
• C)role confusion.
• D)empty-nest syndrome.

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