According to Erikson, psychologically healthy middle-aged adults are most likely to
a. begin to be concerned about how their abilities compare with their age peers.
b. be concerned with death and dying.
c. develop a deep concern with making a contribution to society and passing on something of value to younger generations.
d. focus on the establishment of intimate relationships with others.
Question 2
What research finding is most supported with regard to the grief-work perspective?
a. That grief is very similar across cultures
b. That bereaved individuals must experience deeply painful emotions in order to cope successfully with the loss
c. That grief tends to be delayed
d. That too much ruminating may backfire and actually prolong psychological distress rather than to relieve it