Exam 13: Making It in Midlife: the Biopsychosocial Challenges of Middle Adulthood

Bonolo is a 46-year-old woman whose menstrual cycle has changed and is now more irregular and infrequent. Which term best describes Bonolo's condition?

It is ____ for an adult child caregiver to feel resentful and angry at times about caring for an ageing parent.

Having a positive experience of an empty nest is most strongly influenced by

Analysing how a person thinks about her job and how that job situation ends up affecting the individual both psychologically and physically would be an example of an application of the

Kin-keepers help keep family members in touch.

Which of these is true about expertise?

Earlier in his career, Melusi was most interested in climbing the corporate ladder and making as much money as he could. Now, Melusi is most interested in mentoring younger business professionals, helping them become better at what they do, and thus helping the company flourish. Which best describes the change in Melusi?

The most common form of HRT involves low doses of oestrogen and testosterone.

When confronted with a problem in his relationship with his wife, Fikile dismisses, saying 'Ahhh, that's not really an issue... it will work itself out.' This is probably best classified as

Many ageing adults who receive help with daily activities have ____ feelings about the situation.

Who is at the greatest risk of currently experiencing osteoporosis?

Which of these is not a source of meaning in grandparenting?

Which statement is true about real-life problems?

The rate of osteoporosis is directly affected by the metabolism rate of vitamin ____.

Most adults are motivated to learn by external factors.

Describe how stresses and rewards can result from providing care for an ageing parent.

Which best exemplifies a sociocultural impact on intelligence?

Forty-five-year-old Nomzamo, who is very concerned about osteoporosis, seeks medical advice from her doctor. Which advice would her doctor be least likely to give?

Describe how the trajectories of the mechanics and pragmatics of intelligence differ over the life span.

Culture appears to play no role in how people perceive stress.