Middle Age Typically Is a Time of

question 14

Multiple Choice

Middle age typically is a time of

• A) having to cope with decreasing competence.
• B) psychologically separating from the family into which one was born or adopted.
• C) adjusting to decreased physical strength and health.
• D) deciding which roles one might still fill and which to abandon.

Recognize the impact of gender socialization and theories explaining gender differences.

Understand the psychosocial stages of development as proposed by Erikson.

Understand the principles of effective motivational communication in the workplace.

Identify appropriate communication methods (oral vs. written) for various organizational situations.

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