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At the end of this chapter, you should be able to:
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Discuss Erik Erikson’s seventh stage of development |
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Elaborate on Levinson’s research on life-span transitions |
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Describe the research conducted on the midlife crisis |
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Examine the contemporary life-events approach to development |
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Explain how historical context, gender, and culture impact development |
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Discuss the longitudinal studies conducted to examine the issue of stability versus change in middle adulthood |
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Examine how love and marriage change as people grow older |
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Discuss the causes for and results of divorce in middle age |
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Explain the empty nest syndrome and the reasons adult children return home |
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Examine how sibling relationships and friendships change during middle adulthood |
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Describe the nature of intergenerational relationships during middle adulthood, including the role that gender and culture play |
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Discuss the impact immigrating to Canada may have on families, employment, and the “daily hassles” of middle adulthood |