divorce, single-parent families, and stepfamilies chapter 15
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Chapter OverviewI. Introductory “Quiz”II. Thought for the WeekIII. Critical ThinkingIV. Consider the Following
1. Couples who divorce did not, at the time of their weddings, love
each other as much as those that stay together.
False
5. Poor communication, power struggles, unrealistic expectations about marriage, sexual relationship problems and difficulties in decision
making were primary reasons for divorce. Conversely, people in good
marriages report good communication, flexibility, closeness, personality compatibility, and good conflict
resolution skills.
True
6. After a divorce, women usually experience an immediate drop in their standard of living while ex-
husbands have an increase.
True
7. Typically, in a bad marriage, a divorce will eventually bring more
happiness to the couple that is suffering.
False
8. After a divorce, children living with their mothers do better than
those living with their fathers.
True
9. Adolescents whose parents remarried are better adjusted than those whose parents were dating
or cohabiting.
True
12. After a divorce, the custodial parent spends a much higher
proportion of his or her income to support a child than does the non-
custodial parent.
True
16. Going over memories and histories from each side of the
family can be helpful to the new step-family.
True
1. Why has the divorce rate skyrocketed since WWII?
2. Do you think that couples who divorce were as much in love during their engagements as you are or will be?
3. How does a person go about falling out of love?
4. When might a divorce be acceptable?