Chapter 4- Families

Which factor has NOT contributed to the transformation of family life in the past 40 years??

Father's employment

Although young children may seem unaffected by a divorce at the time, problems may emerge when they are adolescents. This delayed effect is called:

a sleeper effect

Tammy's father has absolute standards and expects Tammy to conform to them without exception. If she disobeys he generally punishes her, and sees no reason why he should explain his rules to Tammy. Instead, his response is, "I'm the father and I love you. I know what's best for you." Her father is best described as having what kind of parenting style?

Authoritarian

Joshua's parents set rules for him, but he feels that when a rule seems unfair, he can discuss it with his parents and, even if they don't agree to change the rule, they at least listen to his opinions. Joshua's parents fit best into which of the following parenting styles?

Authoritative

According to the research, one of the most effective ways for helping adolescents to assume greater autonomy involves:

Engaging in discussions with adolescents and respecting their opinions

Which of the following is NOT a finding of social scientists regarding the effects of divorce on adolescents?

The adverse consequences of divorce for adolescents are directly linked to living in a single parent household

Bobby's parents expect him to tell them everything. However, now that he's 13 years old, he feels entitled to keep secrets from them. What has this discrepancy been referred to as?

Violation of expectations