HSC 4711 - Chapter 5

Which statement is least correct related to signs of trouble in a previous healthy relationship?

Effectively using conflict resolution skills to settle disagreements

Geographic proximity is critical to meeting romantic partners.

False

Which of the following statements are not accurate related to sharing household responsibilities?

Gender roles, for the most part, still dictate who does what in a household

A relationship involving someone you are not especially close to would be termed?

Acquaintance

Which statement below is an example of good assertive communication?

I feel unappreciated when you don't listen to what I am saying

Three incentives for adults living at home with mom and dad were identified, which of the following was not listed in the three?

Inability to get a job

Which of the following would not be in a list of effective listening skills?

Interrupt for clarification

Which of the following statements is not correct related to divorce?

Divorce or separation is viewed as a major life failure

Which of the following was not listed as a perceptual filter?

Lack of emotion

Anthropologist Helen Fisher identified three stages of romantic love, in which stage are testosterone and estrogen released?

Lust

The term serial monogamy is defined as what?

Multiple sexual relationships, but each one is exclusive at the time

(A) In the US marriage is on the increase, (B) as is the average age of a first marriage.

Part A is false and part B is true

When a relationship fails it is: (A) best to establish a new relationship as quickly as possible, (B) and spend time with other friends.

Part A is false and part B is true

(A) Cohabitation is defined as two unmarried people in an intimate relationship living together; (B) the majority of people in the US marry before living together.

Part A is true and part B is false

(A) Showing empathy is also important for effective listening, (B) empathy is your ability to feel sorrow over someone's misfortune.

Part A is true and part B is false

Which statement is least accurate as it pertains to polygamy?

Practicing polygamy without marriage is the same as having an open relationship

Which type of relationship was described as involving being a mentor?

Professional

Which of the following would be an example of non-verbal communication?

Rolling your eyes in response to a comment

Related to challenges over time in a relationship, which statement is most accurate?

Sharing feelings increases potential that stressful life events will make the relationship longer

A key reason one might choose to self-disclose personal information in a relationship would be to ____________.

Strengthen the relationship

Which statement is most correct related to interpersonal communication?

Strong interpersonal communication requires good verbal, non-verbal listening skills

One of the most important aspects of relationship commitment is intimacy.

True

Statistically, cohabitation rates are higher in lower socio-economic groups than in higher socio-economic groups.

True

Which of the following statements are true related to having/raising children.

Understanding the cost of raising children is an important element in deciding to have or not have children

Which of the following statements was not included in information related to deciding to have or not to have children?

Couples who don't want children are selfish

Committed or exclusive relationships mean no longer being open to other options for intimate relationships.

True

Decisions related to staying single or marrying are prompted by the need for social connections.

True

Jealousy in a relationship may be caused by:

-high value on sexual exclusivity -fear of losing control -overdependence on the relationship

Which of the following would probably not be considered a committed relationship?

-civil union -cohabitation -marriage

Anthropologist Helen Fisher identified three stages of romantic love, which stage is characterized by intense passion?

Attraction

(A) In the US there is increasing acceptance of same sex marriage, (B) and in 2015 the Supreme Court confirmed the right of same sex couples to marry.

Both part A and part B are true

(A) Divorce impacts relationships with others, (B) especially extended family and social groups who have been sources of support for the couple.

Both parts A and B are true

Which of the following are not included in the elements of intimate close relationships?

Compromise

Of the following which was not cited as one of the three C's for couples?

Communication

Which of the following was not listed as one of the elements of healthy relationships?

Compatability

Maintaining a sense of self in a relationship is important, which statement would not be consistent with maintaining a sense of self?

Engaging in behaviors that may make you feel uncomfortable

According to Amy Poehler Ikea, not ________________ is responsible for most conflict in a relationship?

Money

Which statement best describes conflict?

Occurs when actions or opinions are incompatible

Which of the following statements is false related to couples who cohabitate?

Over ninety percent of cohabitating couples marry

Which hormone has been dubbed the "cuddle hormone"?

Oxytocin

We need relationships for a number of reasons, which statement is least accurate related to our need for relationships?

Relationships are long term connections with compatible people