Discuss the empty nest syndrome. How does the marital relationship improve during the middle-age phase?
What will be an ideal response?
The student should indicate that in the middle-age phase, the last child has left the home, thus creating an "empty nest." At this time of marriage, mothers may experience depression, particularly among Mexican Americans. However, this is also a time of rediscovery for couples. They now have the time to enjoy being with each other.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
African American families often have fictive kin members. In a given family, these are non-relatives known to __________
a. make up stories b. help the family in times of need c. leave town when times get rough d. mooch off of the family
Mark Armstrong felt that the family experienced racial discrimination in housing, but
found it difficult to prove it or to be absolutely sure of it. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The null hypothesis in the one sample case is a statement of
a. agreement with the research hypothesis. b. rejection. c. acceptance. d. no difference.