Developmental Psychology Module 9

Which of the following changes in vision is likely to occur during middle adulthood?

both a and c

When men experience andropause:

both a and b

Which of the following is most likely to DECREASE with age?

fluid intelligence

According to Erikson, the major task of middle adulthood is:

guiding the next generation

Lucy, a fourth grade teacher, used to be able to easily remember the names of all of her students. Lately, however, she is starting to have difficulty.  Therefore, Lucy had the students create name plates that they could display on their desks.  According to the SOC model, Lucy is engaging in:

compensation

Middle-aged adults are sometimes referred to as the “sandwich generation” because:

they are likely to be caring for both their aging parents and still taking care of their adult children

In families, middle-aged adults tend to function as the _______________________, celebrating family achievements, keeping the family together, and staying in touch with distant relatives.

kinkeepers

Which of the following statements is(are) TRUE regarding weight gain during middle adulthood?

all of the above are true

When women’s ovaries stop releasing eggs and menstruation stops, this is referred to as:

menopause

Which of the following statements regarding presbycusis is FALSE?

it is more likely to occur in women