Developmental Psychology

Achieve Test Prep: Developmental Psychology

 There may be a lower commitment level implied by cohabitation.

- Marriage

o In recent history, the USA is experiencing the highest proportion of unmarried adult than ever before. o Marriage appears to be occurring later, but not rejected altogether. o The median age for marriage in the USA,for males is 24 and for females is 22. o Factors for a successful marriage include: marrying older, sharing similar background/values/interests, and a similar perception of the equality of marriage.  John Gottman • Marital 90% percent of the time. • There should be at least five positive comments for every one negative comment made. • Conflict can be beneficial when kept within the boundaries of mutual respect.  Hostile/engages and hostile/detached couples • High levels of negative comments • Not balanced with humor or affection and can lead to withdrawing  Types of Communication

• Validating: respectful and listening • Avoidant: conflict minimization • Volatile: frequent arguments balanced by humor and affection

- Parenthood

o Erik Erikson used the term generativity to describe parenthood. o Non-biological parent experience similar challenges of child-rearing as biological parents. o Blended families are becoming more common. o Couples who chosen to not have children are becoming more common.

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