Exam 15: Separation and Divorce

During the __________ phase of separation,the harsh realities of everyday living set in,the pressure of maintaining two separate households and meeting the daily emotional and physical needs of the children mount,and stress intensifies.

Although Patrick and Mariana did not remain close friends after they divorced,they were able to work together in matters that concerned their children.Their style of relating to each other is

Divorce is less likely today than it was 30 years ago.

During the first year after divorce,the majority of adults express doubts or ambivalence about the breakup and continue to be angry.

Conceiving or giving birth to a child before marriage

People with college degrees have lower divorce rates because they are smarter.

In which type of custody are the children divided between the parents either by sex or by choice?

Religious institutions affect divorce rates by allowing divorce,welcoming divorced people into the congregation,and accepting or even encouraging remarriage.

Collaborative divorce works best with couples who have serious issues such as a history of domestic violence,drug or alcohol addiction,serious untreated mental illness,or an intention to hurt the other party emotionally or financially.

Which of the following statements about counseling and marital therapy is accurate?

This can be a temporary "time-out" in a highly stressful marriage,in which the partners decide whether or not to continue their marriage.One partner may move out of the home during this time.What is this arrangement called?

Children adjust better to divorce when both parents continue to be active in their lives.

Men are twice as likely as women to initiate a divorce.

People who have college degrees are less likely to divorce.Why is this?

Proponents of co-custody advance several arguments in favor of this arrangement.Which of the following is NOT one of their arguments?

In which type of custody do the children divide their time between both parents who share in the decisions about their upbringing?

Long term separation without divorce is most likely among those who don't have a high school degree,have a low income,are not employed,and/or have one or more out-of-wedlock children.

According to Bohannon,in the __________ stage of divorce,partners argue about who should pay past debts,property taxes,and unforeseen expenses for the children.

The emotional divorce often progresses through stages.In the beginning phase,

According to Bohannon,partners go through an emotional divorce during which they inform friends,family,teachers,and others that they are no longer married.