Which of the Following Couples Would Most Likely Report the Lowest

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following couples would most likely report the lowest level of marital satisfaction?

• A)Paula and Steve have been married 21 years and have three children who are through college and establishing themselves in professional careers.
• B)Anthony and Anita have been married for three years and are still considering parenthood.
• C)Tina and Saul have been married ten years and have two children who are nine and seven years old.
• D)Rosario and Juan are both 65 years old and have just retired from the grocery store they have owned and managed for 40 years.

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Definitions:

Borderline Personality Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image, and behavior.

Emotional Instability

Variability and unpredictability in emotional experiences and expressions, often a characteristic of certain personality disorders.

Impulse Control

The ability to resist or delay an impulse, drive, or temptation to act and is related to self-regulation.

Anxious Cluster

A group of personality disorders characterized by high levels of anxiety and fearfulness; includes avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders.