Why Is Middle Age a Relatively New Stage in Marriage

question 125

Multiple Choice

Why is middle age a relatively new stage in marriage?

• A) fewer children
• B) longer life expectancy
• C) higher rates of divorce
• D) redefinition of middle age

Discuss the importance of understanding unconscious influences, including stereotypes and prejudiced reactions.

Recognize the role of unconditional positive regard and healthy personal growth as proposed by humanistic psychologists.

Understand the psychological concept of projection and related defense mechanisms.

Assess the applicability and criticism of humanistic theories, notably Maslow's and Rogers's contributions to personality theory.

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Stage

The first of Jean Piaget's stages of cognitive development, where infants from birth to about 2 years old learn through interacting with their environment using their senses and motor actions.

Active Experimentation

A learning approach where individuals learn by doing, engaging in activities to test hypotheses and reflect on outcomes to gain new knowledge.

Mental Combinations

The process where children start to mentally link objects and ideas, indicative of early cognitive development.

Sensorimotor Stage

The first developmental stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, where infants learn about the world primarily through their senses and motor actions.