Author Question: In his book on family relationships, Simon states that it is important to teach children that love ... (Read 73 times)

jho37 · **on:** Jun 18, 2018

In his book on family relationships, Simon states that it is important to teach children that love and care giving are synonymous to each other.

He believes that children should understand their responsibility to care for their elderly family members when they grow up. However Nora, a critic, states that this affection myth can have negative consequences on children. Which of the following statements, if true, is likely to strengthen Nora's argument?
A) Children who are taught to care for the elderly learn about cooperation and a sense of community at a young age.
B) Children undergo undue amounts of stress when they are taught that care giving and love mean the same thing.
C) Research indicates that extended families in which the parents live with their adult children tend to be happier than nuclear families.
D) Children who care for the elders turn out to be more sensitive toward others' needs and be more responsible individuals.

Question 2

________ is best described as an emotional or affectional bond that ties or binds the child to the parent or primary caregiver.

A) Attachment
B) Interdependent love
C) Dependent love
D) Limerence