Question 1

Research shows that marriage has psychosocial benefits for the couple.Research has found support for all of the following findings EXCEPT that
A) married people generally live longer than those who were unmarried.
B) married people typically experience greater happiness than unmarried people.
C) married people have lower risks for psychological disorders than unmarried people.
D) same-sex married couples show fewer of the benefits of marriage.

Accepted Answer

Research on marriage has consistently shown that it brings various benefits, including longer life expectancy, greater happiness, and lower risks for psychological disorders, regardless of the gender composition of the couple. Therefore, the statement that same-sex married couples show fewer of the benefits of marriage is not supported by research findings.

Question 2

Angela works at a nursing home and notices some distinct differences among her patients.Which of her patients is LEAST likely to have Alzheimer's?
A) Dorothy,who has a genetic predisposition and goes dancing with her friends twice a week
B) Bill,who has no genetic predisposition and does not socialize or exercise
C) Reagan,who has a genetic predisposition and does not socialize or exercise
D) John,who has no genetic predisposition and goes dancing with his friends twice a week

Accepted Answer

John, who has no genetic predisposition and engages in social and physical activities like dancing, is least likely to have Alzheimer's. Both social engagement and physical activity are factors that can potentially reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

Question 3

Ethleen took an at-home pregnancy test that came back positive,so she went to her OB-GYN to confirm that she was pregnant.After ordering some bloodwork,the doctor confirmed that Ethleen is seven weeks pregnant.She is very happy about the good news and wants to learn more about what has been (and will be) happening to her baby since it was conceived,so she asks the doctor for some literature.Describe what information would be provided in the literature regarding the physical changes that Ethleen's baby has been (and will be) going through in relation to the three prenatal periods.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Ethleen took an at-home pregnancy test that...

Question 4

Recently,Toafik has started to squint to see clearly and has noticed that his body does not process alcohol or junk food very well.What period of adulthood is Toafik most likely experiencing?
A) old age
B) early adulthood
C) middle adulthood
D) late adulthood

Accepted Answer

During middle adulthood, which typically ranges from ages 40 to 65, individuals often start to experience changes in their vision, such as the need to squint to see clearly. This period is also when the body's metabolism begins to slow down, making it harder to process substances like alcohol or unhealthy foods efficiently.

Question 5

Throughout most of his life,Blessie's grandfather had always been able to take care of himself.However,recently,he has been forgetting to take his medications regularly and has trouble remembering whether he has showered or eaten a meal.According to his doctors,he is most likely experiencing
A) déjà vu.
B) temporary amnesia.
C) senior moment.
D) dementia.

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described, such as forgetting to take medications, trouble remembering whether he has showered or eaten, are indicative of dementia, which is a decline in cognitive function severe enough to interfere with daily life, often seen in the elderly.

Question 6

Adeline has been struggling with divorcing her husband for quite some time and is worried that she will never date again.Erikson would classify Adeline as most likely dealing with the psychosocial conflict of ________ versus ________.
A) generativity;stagnation
B) identity;role confusion
C) integrity;despair
D) intimacy;isolation

Accepted Answer

Erikson's stage of intimacy versus isolation focuses on the development of intimate relationships in early adulthood. Adeline's concern about never dating again directly relates to the fear of isolation, making this the stage she is most likely dealing with.

Question 7

Dr.Osmond is a developmental psychologist who studies adulthood.Which of the following is he most likely to research?
A) the development of object permanence
B) peer relationships within cliques
C) the mental effects of stagnation
D) the physical effects of teratogens

Accepted Answer

Dr. Osmond, as a developmental psychologist focusing on adulthood, is most likely to research the mental effects of stagnation, as this pertains to Erikson's stages of psychosocial development relevant to adulthood.

Question 8

Jonathan has noticed that even though he lifts the same amount of weights each week,he is losing muscle mass and putting on a few extra pounds.Jonathan is most likely ________ years old.
A) 8
B) 15
C) 25
D) 35

Accepted Answer

As people age, particularly after the age of 30, they naturally begin to lose muscle mass and strength in a process called sarcopenia. This can happen even if they maintain the same level of physical activity, including weight lifting. Additionally, metabolism slows down with age, making it easier to gain weight. At 35, Jonathan is at an age where these changes can start to become more noticeable.

Question 9

Mr.Baidy was talking to his neighbor in the retirement community where they live.While they were discussing plans for the community's annual summer party,Mr.Baidy felt like he was forgetting one of the tasks they needed to complete.Which of the following is the best term that describes Mr.Baidy's forgetfulness?
A) déjà vu
B) dementia
C) senior moment
D) temporary amnesia

Accepted Answer

A "senior moment" is a term colloquially used to describe a temporary moment of forgetfulness or confusion that is often humorously attributed to aging. It fits the context of Mr. Baidy's situation without implying a serious or chronic condition.

Question 10

Your friend Lisa is pregnant and worries the baby will negatively affect her relationship with her husband,Mike.Which of the following statements is the best advice you could give her in this situation?
A) Immerse yourself in your child because it is now a part of your identity.
B) Discuss household responsibilities with Mike before the baby is born to reduce future arguing.
C) Ignore when your own needs are not being met because Mike will also be stressed out.
D) Life is chaotic and the baby will not bring you and Mike closer together.

Accepted Answer

Discussing household responsibilities before the baby arrives can help set expectations and reduce the likelihood of arguments, fostering a healthier relationship dynamic.

Question 11

Joe is nearing the end of his life.He reflects on his past,focusing on how he spent his whole life working long hours at his job.As a result,he is struggling with whether his life has been well lived.Joe is most likely experiencing the ________ stage of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development.
A) intimacy versus isolation
B) generativity versus stagnation
C) integrity versus despair
D) trust versus mistrust

Accepted Answer

Joe is most likely experiencing the "integrity versus despair" stage of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which typically occurs in late adulthood as individuals reflect on their lives and either feel a sense of fulfillment (integrity) or regret (despair).

Question 12

Sharon is 60 and has experienced slowness of thought over the last year.She goes to her doctor to discuss why this is.Her doctor is most likely to tell her that slowed mental processes are a result of
A) increases in muscle mass.
B) shrinking frontal lobes.
C) exercising too much.
D) experiencing a senior moment.

Accepted Answer

Shrinking frontal lobes are associated with aging and can lead to slowed mental processes. This is a common neurological reason for cognitive changes in older adults.

Question 13

Eugene is 88 years old.With which of the following tasks is he most likely to have difficulty?
A) driving while talking on a cell phone
B) remembering where he was born
C) fixing a piece of toast
D) throwing a baseball

Accepted Answer

As people age, they often experience a decline in cognitive functions, such as divided attention, which is required for multitasking activities like driving while talking on a cell phone.

Question 14

Phil has been having trouble remembering where he left his keys,eyeglasses,and favorite book.Now he also forgets to brush his teeth,comb his hair,and put clothes on in the morning.Phil is most likely experiencing
A) dementia.
B) integrity versus despair.
C) a senior moment.
D) stagnation versus generativity.

Accepted Answer

Phil's symptoms suggest a decline in cognitive function beyond occasional forgetfulness, which is characteristic of dementia. Dementia involves a deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform everyday activities.

Question 15

Rachel is about to retire from her successful job as a high school teacher,has several grandchildren now in college,and is excited about picking up some hobbies with her newfound free time.Erikson would argue that Rachel is most likely experiencing
A) integrity.
B) intimacy.
C) generativity.
D) stagnation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Rachel is about to retire from her...

Question 16

Given what Naomi knows about physical development across the life span,which of the following people does she suspect will be the LEAST healthy at age 70?
A) Cindy,who has been exercising regularly since she was a teenager
B) Carla,who does the daily Sudoku and crossword puzzles in the newspaper
C) Carson,who squints at his computer and listens to loud music on his iPod
D) Charles,who walks around his building three times at lunchtime each day

Accepted Answer

Carson's habits of squinting at his computer and listening to loud music on his iPod are likely to have negative impacts on his vision and hearing, respectively, which could contribute to poorer overall health at age 70 compared to the others who engage in physical exercise or mental activities.

Question 17

Sheila is a life coach who has helped numerous adult clients in varying stages of life.In order to promote positive outcomes in her clients,she is likely to suggest all of the following EXCEPT to
A) get married.
B) wait to start exercising until your forties.
C) do a crossword puzzle every day.
D) be unmaterialistic.

Accepted Answer

Waiting to start exercising until one's forties is not typically advised for promoting positive outcomes in health or well-being. Regular physical activity is beneficial at any age and is often recommended to start as early as possible for long-term health benefits. Choices A, C, and D can be associated with positive life outcomes, such as social support, mental stimulation, and focusing on non-material aspects of life, respectively.

Question 18

Which of the following life periods makes up most of our life span?
A) adulthood
B) childhood
C) adolescence
D) prenatal

Accepted Answer

Adulthood covers the longest period in most human lives, extending from the end of adolescence to death, which encompasses various stages including young adulthood, middle age, and old age.

Question 19

Di did not have enough time to study for the final exam,so she felt tempted to cheat off her classmate Christian.However,because she felt guilty and scared about being caught,she decided not to cheat.In this situation,feeling guilty and scared are moral ________,and choosing not to cheat is moral ________.
A) emotions;reasoning
B) behaviors;reasoning
C) emotions;behaviors
D) reasoning;emotions

Accepted Answer

Feeling guilty and scared are emotions, while choosing not to cheat is moral reasoning.

Question 20

Sampson is a physician who sees many elderly patients.He is likely to notice decreases in their cognitive functioning in all of the following ways EXCEPT
A) knowledge of basic facts.
B) memory capacity.
C) perceptual sensitivity.
D) the time necessary to learn information.

Accepted Answer

Knowledge of basic facts tends to remain stable or even improve with age due to the accumulation of information over time. Decreases in cognitive functioning in the elderly are more commonly observed in areas such as memory capacity, perceptual sensitivity, and the time necessary to learn new information.

Quiz 4: Development Across the Life Span

Research shows that marriage has psychosocial benefits for the couple.Research has found support for all of the following findings EXCEPT that

Angela works at a nursing home and notices some distinct differences among her patients.Which of her patients is LEAST likely to have Alzheimer's?

Recently,Toafik has started to squint to see clearly and has noticed that his body does not process alcohol or junk food very well.What period of adulthood is Toafik most likely experiencing?

Throughout most of his life,Blessie's grandfather had always been able to take care of himself.However,recently,he has been forgetting to take his medications regularly and has trouble remembering whether he has showered or eaten a meal.According to his doctors,he is most likely experiencing

Adeline has been struggling with divorcing her husband for quite some time and is worried that she will never date again.Erikson would classify Adeline as most likely dealing with the psychosocial conflict of versus .

Dr.Osmond is a developmental psychologist who studies adulthood.Which of the following is he most likely to research?

Jonathan has noticed that even though he lifts the same amount of weights each week,he is losing muscle mass and putting on a few extra pounds.Jonathan is most likely ________ years old.

Your friend Lisa is pregnant and worries the baby will negatively affect her relationship with her husband,Mike.Which of the following statements is the best advice you could give her in this situation?

Joe is nearing the end of his life.He reflects on his past,focusing on how he spent his whole life working long hours at his job.As a result,he is struggling with whether his life has been well lived.Joe is most likely experiencing the ________ stage of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development.

Sharon is 60 and has experienced slowness of thought over the last year.She goes to her doctor to discuss why this is.Her doctor is most likely to tell her that slowed mental processes are a result of

Eugene is 88 years old.With which of the following tasks is he most likely to have difficulty?

Phil has been having trouble remembering where he left his keys,eyeglasses,and favorite book.Now he also forgets to brush his teeth,comb his hair,and put clothes on in the morning.Phil is most likely experiencing

Rachel is about to retire from her successful job as a high school teacher,has several grandchildren now in college,and is excited about picking up some hobbies with her newfound free time.Erikson would argue that Rachel is most likely experiencing

Given what Naomi knows about physical development across the life span,which of the following people does she suspect will be the LEAST healthy at age 70?

Sheila is a life coach who has helped numerous adult clients in varying stages of life.In order to promote positive outcomes in her clients,she is likely to suggest all of the following EXCEPT to

Which of the following life periods makes up most of our life span?

Di did not have enough time to study for the final exam,so she felt tempted to cheat off her classmate Christian.However,because she felt guilty and scared about being caught,she decided not to cheat.In this situation,feeling guilty and scared are moral ,and choosing not to cheat is moral .

Sampson is a physician who sees many elderly patients.He is likely to notice decreases in their cognitive functioning in all of the following ways EXCEPT