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QuizMultiple Choice

Adulthood

Question 3 • CUSD Psychology (5.0)

Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows.Dave is 38 years old and realizes that he hasn’t accomplished many things he has wanted to do in his life. He was recently fired from his job because of cutbacks and often notices that his physical abilities appear to be changing in a bothersome way. He feels regretful about his choices in life and often feels depressed. Dave may be experiencing __________.

Answer
A
intimacy issues
B
a midlife crisis
C
generativity
D
family issues

Explanation

Dave is 38 and is reflecting on goals he has not achieved, regretting past choices, and feeling distressed about changes in his abilities and circumstances. These concerns are characteristic of a midlife crisis, so the correct choice is “a midlife crisis.” Generativity, by contrast, involves contributing to and guiding the next generation.

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