Marta is 52 and recently divorced, but she has accepted the break-up of her marriage and the age-related declines she is experiencing and feels that she has a purpose in life. She has started a small online business, is taking classes at the local community college, and spends time with her children, grandchildren, and friends. According to Ryff, Marta is experiencing
A)a mid-life crisis.
B)well-being.
C)role confusion.
D)empty-nest syndrome.

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Marta's acceptance of her life changes, engagement in new activities, and sense of purpose align with Ryff's dimensions of psychological well-being, which include autonomy, environmental mastery, personal growth, positive relations with others, purpose in life, and self-acceptance.

Marta Is 52 and Recently Divorced, but She Has Accepted