Research does not support the notion of a "midlife crisis." Yet, both Danny and Virginia, who are in their late forties, have been having a difficult time emotionally both at work and at home for several months now. Explain why they might be feeling this way, and describe the important role that social relationships play in their development at this stage of life.

What will be an ideal response?


 

Psychology

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In a particular African tribe, when adolescent girls reach menarche, there is a ceremony in which they cover themselves in white ashes, and walk through the village singing a song about becoming an adult

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