Author Question: Describe two things that could lead to personality change in adulthood. Explain your answers, ... (Read 54 times)

charchew · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Describe two things that could lead to personality change in adulthood. Explain your answers, showing how the change would happen and how common it is.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

In recent years more young women with young dependent children are in the work force, and more men are involved in child care. What do you think the effects of these developments will be on these people as they reach middle age?

What will be an ideal response?

kkenney · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answers will vary but may include one's ecological niche and such things as the
death of a spouse, a new career, moving to a new cultural setting, taking
mood-altering medications, and age.

Answer to Question 2

Answers will vary, but students should demonstrate that for both men and women,
having multiple roles should protect them from the stresses of midlife and from
strains in their careers.