Since They Are Called on to Help Both the Older

question 37

Multiple Choice

Since they are called on to help both the older and younger generations of the family, middle-aged adults have been called the _____.

• A) midlife generation
• B) family caregivers
• C) kinkeepers
• D) sandwich generation

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Definitions:

Second Shift

The phenomenon where individuals, often women, work a paid job outside the home and then return to unpaid domestic responsibilities.

Poverty Rates

The ratio or percentage of the population living below the poverty line, reflecting the portion of the community considered to be experiencing economic hardship.

Child Care Costs

The expenses associated with providing care for children, particularly in settings outside the home such as daycares or preschools.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment.