Choices in Relationships

List of Self-Assessments
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Chapter 1: Choices in Relationships: An Introduction to Marriage, Family, and Diversity
	Choices In Relationships—View of the Text
		Facts About Choices in Relationships
			Not to Decide Is to Decide
			Action Must Follow a Choice
			Choices Involve Trade-Offs
			Some Choices Require Correction
		Personal Choices: Relationship Choices—Deliberately or by Default?
			Choices Include Selecting a Positive or a Negative View
			Most Choices Are Revocable; Some Are Not
			Choices of Generation Y
			Choices About the Use of Technology
			Choices Are Influenced by the Stage in the Family Life Cycle
		Global, Structural, Cultural, and Social Media Influences on Choices
			Globalization
			Social Structure
			Culture
		Other Influences on Relationship Choices
			Family of Origin (FOO)
		Applying Social Research: The Impact of Religion on Love, Relationships, and Sex
			Personality
			Social Media
	Theoretical Frameworks for Viewing Marriage and the Family
		Social Exchange Framework
		Family Life Course Development Framework
		Structure-Function Framework
		Conflict Framework
		Symbolic Interaction Framework
			Definition of the Situation
			Looking-Glass Self
			Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
			Taking the Role of the Other
		Family Systems Framework
		Human Ecology Framework
		Feminist Framework
		Couple and Family Technology Framework
	Marriage
		Elements of Marriage
			Legal Contract
			Emotional Relationship
			Sexual Monogamy
			Legal Responsibility for Children
			Public Announcement
		Types of Marriage
			Polygyny in the United States
			Polyandry
			Pantagamy
		Benefits of Marriage
		Marriage—Then and Now
		Family Policy: Couple Preparation and Relationship Education
		Is Marriage Obsolete?
	Family
		Definitions of Family
			Friends
			Pets
		Types of Families
			Family of Origin
			Family of Procreation
			Nuclear Family
			Traditional, Modern, and Postmodern Family
		Family Policy: When Families Are Destroyed by the Government
			Binuclear Family
			Extended Family
	Differences Between Marriage and Family
		Changes in Marriage and the Family in the Last 70 Years
		Technology and The Family: Robots are Here
	Research Process and Caveats
		Steps in the Research Process
		Caveats to Consider in Evaluating Research Quality
	Future of Marriage
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 2: Love Relationships
	The Meanings of Love Today
		Romantic Love
		Conjugal or Realistic Love
		Lust and Infatuation
		Personal Choices: Using Your Heart or Your Head?
		Love Styles
		Triangular View of Love
		Love Languages
		Technology and the Family: The Digital Language of Love
		Social Media and a Couple’s Love Relationship
	Social Control of Love
		Family Policy: Love in the Workplace
	Theories on the Origins of Love
		Evolutionary Theory
		Learning Theory
		Sociological Theories
		Psychosexual Theory
		Biochemical Theory
		Attachment Theory
	How We Fall In Love
		Social Conditions for Love
		Physical Conditions for Love
		Psychological Conditions for Love
			Perception of Reciprocal Liking
			Personality Qualities
			Self-Esteem
		Applying Social Research: Taking Chances in Romantic Relationships
			Self-Disclosure
		Physiological Condition and Timing of Love
		Keeping Your Love Alive Across Time
		Letting Love Die and Moving On
	Love as a Context for Problems
		Unrequited or Unreciprocated Love
		Making Risky, Dangerous Choices
		Ending the Relationship With One’s Parents
		Simultaneous Loves
		Abusive or Stalking Relationships
		Gaslighting
		Profound Sadness and Depression When a Relationship Ends
	Jealousy in Relationships
		Types of Jealousy
		Causes of Jealousy
			External Causes
			Internal Causes
		Consequences of Jealousy
			Desirable Outcomes
			Undesirable Outcomes
		Gender Differences in Coping With Jealousy
			Strategies Used to Cope With Jealousy
	Polyamory
		Advantages and Disadvantages of Polyamory
	Future of Love Relationships
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 3: Gender and Diversity
	Terminology of Gender Roles
		Sex
		Gender
			Biological Factors
		Technology and the Family: Shebot, Hebot, or Itbot?
			Social Factors
		Gender Identity
		Gender Roles
		Gender Role Ideology
		Applying Social Research: Gender Worlds of Sex, Betrayal, and Love
		Egalitarian Relationship
	Theories of Gender Role Development
		Biosocial/biopsychosocial
		Bioecological
		Social Learning
		Identification
		Cognitive-Developmental
	Agents of Socialization
		Family
		Race
		Peers
		Religion
		Education
		Economy
		Mass Media
	Consequences of Traditional Gender Role Socialization
		Consequences of Traditional Female Role Socialization
			Negative Consequences of Traditional Female Role Socialization
		Family Policy: Female Genital Alteration
			Positive Consequences of Traditional Female Role Socialization
		Consequences of Traditional Male Role Socialization
			Negative Consequences of Traditional Male Role Socialization
			Positive Consequences of Traditional Male Role Socialization
		Family Policy: Men’s Health
	Changing Gender Roles
		Androgyny
		Genderfluid
	Future of Gender Roles
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 4: Singlehood, Cohabitation, and Living Apart Together
	Singlehood
		Categories of Singles
			Never-Married Singles
			Divorced Singles
			Widowed Singles
		Individuals Are Delaying Marriage Longer
		Personal Choices: Is Singlehood for You?
		Reasons for Delaying Marriage
		Singlism
		Family Policy: Singlism—Policies That Discriminate Against Singles
	Changes in “Dating”
		Functions of Involvement With a Partner
		Technology and the Family: Finding Tinderella Tonight
		Changes in Dating in the Past 70 Years
	Hanging Out, Hooking Up, and Long-Distance Relationships
		Hanging Out
		Hooking Up
		Long-Distance Relationships
		Personal Choices: Making Choices on How to Maintain a Long-Distance Relationship
	Cohabitation
		Nine Types of Cohabitation Relationships
		Applying Social Research: Transitioning a Hookup to a Committed Relationship?
		Consequences of Cohabitation
			Advantages of Cohabitation
			Disadvantages of Cohabitation
		Pregnancy as a Precursor to Cohabitation
		Personal Choices: Will Living Together Ensure a Durable Marriage?
		Legal Aspects of Living Together
			Common-Law Marriage
			Child Support
			Child Inheritance and Access to Parents After Breakup
	Living Apart Together (LAT)
		Advantages of LAT
		Disadvantages of LAT
	Future of Singlehood, Cohabitation, and Lat
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 5: Selecting a Partner
	Factors Involved in Selecting a Mate
		Sociological Factors Operative in Mate Selection
			Race
			Age
			Education
			Intelligence
			Open-Mindedness
			Social Class
			Physical Attractiveness
			Weight and Height
			Marital Status
			Religion/Spirituality
			Politics
			Circadian Preference
			Traditional Roles
			Geographic Background
			Economic Values, Money Management, and Debt
		Psychological Factors Operative in Mate Selection
			Complementary-Needs Theory
			Exchange Theory
			Role Theory
			Attachment Theory
			Undesirable Personality Characteristics of a Potential Mate
			Female Attraction to “Bad Boys”
		Personal Choices: Who Is the Best Person for You to Marry?
		Biological Factors Operative in Mate Selection
		Sociobiological Factors Operative in Mate Selection
			Sociobiology
			Criticisms of the Sociobiological Perspective
		Cultural Factors of Mate Selection
			Endogamy
			Exogamy
			Continuum of Arranged Marriages
	Finding a Partner Online
		Meeting Online—Advantages
		Meeting Online—The Downside
		Technology and the Family: Shopping Online for a Partner
		Catfishing
		Ghosting
		Speed Dating
	Moving Toward Commitment
		Having “The Talk”
		Engagement
		Premarital Counseling
		Applying Social Research: When There Are Discrepancies in Love and Commitment
		Visiting Your Partner’s Parents
		Prenuptial Agreement
		Family Policy: Increasing Requirements for a Marriage License
	Important Considerations Before You Say “I Do”
		Avoid Teen Marriage
		Date Partner for at Least Three Years Before Getting Married
		End an Abusive Relationship Before Marriage
		Compliment Each Other Often and Avoid Criticizing Each Other
		Marry Someone Similar to You
		Be Aware That an On-and-Off Relationship Is a Bad Sign
		Consider Your Parents’ Opinion
		Be Aware That a Good Sex Life Predicts Well for Relationship Success
		Don’t Settle
		Avoid Marrying for the Wrong Reason
	Future of Partner Selection
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 6: Diversity in Marriage Relationships
	Motivations for and Functions of Marriage
		Individual Motivations for Marriage
			Love
			Personal Fulfillment
			Companionship
			Parenthood
			Economic Security
			Psychological and Physical Well-Being
		Societal Functions of Marriage
	Marriage as a Commitment
		Person-to-Person Commitment
		Family-to-Family Commitment
		Couple-to-State Commitment
	Marriage as a Rite of Passage
		Weddings
		Honeymoons
	Changes after Marriage
		Legal Changes
		Name Change for Female
		Personal Choices: Is “Partner’s Night Out” a Good Idea?
		Mental and Physical Health Changes
		Friendship Changes
		Relationship Changes
		Technology and the Family: The Downsides of “Smart” Devices
		Parents and In-Law Changes
	Diversity In Marriage
		African American Families
		Hispanic and Latinx American Families
		Asian American Families
		Immigrant Families
		Polyamorous Families
			Benefits of Poly Families
			Difficulties in Poly Families
		Military Families
		Interracial Marriages
		International Marriages
		Age-Discrepant Relationships and Marriages
		College Marriages
		Forced Marriages
		Family Policy: Ending Child Marriages
	Marriage Quality
		Definition and Characteristics of Successful Marriages
		Theoretical Views of Marital Happiness and Success
		Marital Happiness Across Time
		Applying Social Research: Happiness and Power in Relationships
	Future of Marriage Relationships
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 7: LGBTQIA Relationships
	Basic Terms
		Sexual Orientation
		Gender Identity
		Choices in Language
		Technology and the Family: Gender Affirming Surgery
	Problems With Identifying and Classifying Sexual Orientation
	Origins of Sexual-Orientation Diversity
		Beliefs About What “Causes” Sexual Orientation
		Can One’s Sexual Orientation Change?
	Heterosexism, Homonegativity, Homophobia, Biphobia, Binegativity, and Transphobia
		Attitudes Toward Being Gay, Homonegative, and Homophobic
		Biphobia and Binegativity
		Transphobia
		Effects of Homophobia, Trans Bias, and Discrimination on Heterosexuals
	LGBTQ Relationships
		Sexuality and Commitment
		Applying Social Research: Trans Partner Relationships: A Qualitative Exploration
		Mate Preferences of Transgender Individuals
		Division of Labor
		Mixed-Orientation Relationships
	Coming Out to Siblings, Parents, and Peers
		Personal Choices: Risks and Benefits of “Coming Out”
	Same-Sex Marriage
	LGBTQ Parenting Issues
		Lesbian Mothers and Gay Fathers
		Bisexual Parents
		Development and Well-Being of Children With Gay or Lesbian Parents
		Rearing a Gender Variant Child
		Discrimination in Child Custody, Visitation, Adoption, and Foster Care
		Family Policy: Adoption of Children by LGBTQ Individuals and Couples?
	Future of LGBTQ Relationships
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 8: Communication and Technology in Relationships
	Interpersonal Communication
		Effective Communication
		Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
		Personal Choices: How Close Do You Want to Be?
		Words Versus Action
	Gender, Culture, and Communication
		Gender Differences in Communication
		Cultural Differences in Communication
	Making Choices for Effective Communication
		Communication During First Hangouts and First Dates
	Self-Disclosure and Secrets
		Self-Disclosure in Intimate Relationships
		Secrets in Romantic Relationships
		Personal Choices: How Much Do I Tell My Partner About My Past?
	Dishonesty, Lying and Cheating
		Dishonesty
		Lying and Cheating in Romantic Relationships
		Family Policy: Disclose HIV and STI Status to New Partner?
	Technology Mediated Communication in Romantic Relationships
		Texting, Relationship Formation, and Interpersonal Communication
		Applying Social Research: Impact of Technology on Intimate Relationships
		When Texting and Social Media Become a Relationship Problem
		Technology and THE FAMILY: Cell Phone and Tech Etiquette
		Sexting
		Video-Mediated Communication (VMC)
	Conflict Resolution
		Address Recurring, Disturbing Issues
		Identify New Desired Behaviors
		Understand Your Partner’s Perspective
		Generate Alternative Win-Win Solutions
		Forgive
		Avoid Recovery Sabotage
		Be Alert to Defense Mechanisms
	Future of Communication
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 9: Sexuality in Relationships
	Sexual Values and Sexual Choices
		Absolutism
		Virginity and Virginity Loss
		Family Policy: Sex Education in the Public Schools
		Sexual and Romantic Avoidance
		Relativism
		Script for Delaying Intercourse in a Relationship
		Applying Social Research: The Experience of Casual Sex
		Hedonism
	Sex and Gender
		Sexual Double Standard
		Themes in Women Making Sexual Decisions
		Personal Choices: Deciding to Have Intercourse With a New Partner
	Sexual Behaviors
		What Is Sex?
		Kissing
		Masturbation
		Oral Sex
		Vaginal Intercourse
		Anal Intercourse
		Sexual Readiness and Sexual Competence
		Cybersex
	Sexuality in Relationships
		Sexual Tempo, Relationship Quality, Cohabitation, and Marriage
		Sexual Relationships Among Never-Married Individuals
		Sexual Relationships Among Married Individuals
	Sexual History and Marriage Satisfaction
		Sexual Relationships Among Divorced Individuals
		Friends With Benefits
		Concurrent Sexual Partnerships
		Consensually Nonmonogamous Relationships
		Pornography
	Being Sexually Safe
		Personal Choices: Script for Disclosing One’s STI
		The Illusion of Safety in a “Monogamous” Relationship
	Sexual Fulfillment: Some Prerequisites
		Self-Knowledge, Body Image, and Health
		A Committed Loving Relationship
		Approach Rather Than Avoidance Goals for Sex
		An Equal Relationship
		Open Sexual Communication and Feedback
		Communication About Differences in Sexual Interests
		Having Realistic Expectations
		Sexual Compliance
		Impact of Job Satisfaction on Sexual Health
		Avoiding Spectatoring
		Female Vibrator Use, Orgasm, and Partner Comfort
		Sexual Growth Beliefs
		Technology and THE FAMILY: Sexual Enhancement Products
	Future of Sexual Relationships
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 10: Violence and Abuse in Relationships
	Nature of Relationship Abuse
		Violence and Homicide
		Emotional and Cyber Abuse
		Female Abuse of Partner
		Murder
		Stalking
		Technology and the Family: Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)
		Revenge Porn
	Recognizing and Resisting Abuse
		Recognizing Abuse
		Fighting Back: What Is the Best Strategy?
		Reacting to the Stalker
		Intervention
	Reasons for Violence and Abuse in Relationships
		Cultural Factors
			Corporal Punishment of Children
			Violence in the Media
			Gender Inequality
			Community Factors
			Individual Factors
			Relationship Factors
			Family Factors
				Child Abuse in Family of Origin
				Family Conflict
				Parents Who Abuse Each Other
	Sexual Coercion, Sexual Assault, and Rape
		Who Commits Rape?
		Rape Myths
		Applying Social Research: Double Victims: Dating Partner and a Stranger
		Sexual Abuse in Same-Sex Relationships
		Male Rape
		Alcohol and Rape
		Rohypnol, GHB, Special K
		Campus Sexual Assault
		Reducing Sexual Violence on Campus
		Affirmative Consent
	Abuse in Marriage and Long-Term Relationships
		Abuse in Marriage
		Rape in Marriage
	Effects of Abuse
		Effects of Partner Abuse on Victims
		Effects of Partner Abuse on Children
	The Cycle of Abuse
		Why Victims Stay in Abusive Relationships
		Triggers for Leaving an Abusive Relationship
		How to Leave an Abusive Relationship
		Treatment of Abusers
	Child, Parent, Sibling, and Elder Abuse
		Child Abuse
		Child Sexual Abuse
		Family Policy: Megan’s Law and Beyond
		Sibling Abuse
		Elder Abuse
	Future of Violence and Abuse In Relationships
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 11: Planning for Parenthood
	Do You Want to Have Children?
		Social Influences That Encourage Childbearing
			Family of Orientation
			Partner
			Friends
			Religion
			Race
			Government
			Media
		Family Policy: How Old Is Too Old to Have a Child?
			Cultural Observances
		Individual Motivations for Having Children
		Unintended Pregnancies
		Lifestyle Changes and Economic Costs of Parenthood
			Lifestyle Changes
			Financial Costs
		Living Child-free
			Personal Choices: Is Genetic Testing for You?
	How Many Children Do You Want?
		Methods of Contraception
		One Child
		Two Children
		Three Children
		Four Children
		Sex Selection
		Applying Social Research: Are Male Children Still Preferred?
	Teenage Parenthood
	Infertility
		Causes of Infertility
		Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
			Hormone Therapy
			Artificial Insemination
			Artificial Insemination of a Surrogate Mother
			Donor Sperm
			In Vitro Fertilization
		Technology and the Family: Fertility Enhancement
			Ovum Transfer
			Success Using Reproductive Technologies
	Adoption
		Characteristics of Children Preferred for Adoption
		Children Who Are Adopted
		Costs of Adoption
		Transracial Adoption
		Open Versus Closed Adoptions
		Embryo Adoption
		International Adoption
		Internet Adoption
		Foster Parenting
	Sterilization
		Female Sterilization
		Male Sterilization
	Abortion
		Incidence of Abortion
		Reasons for an Abortion
		Pro-Life Position
		Pro-Choice Position
		Confidence in Making an Abortion Decision
		Physical Effects of Abortion
		Psychological Effects of Abortion
		Effects of Being Denied an Abortion
		Personal Choices: Should You Have an Abortion?
	Future of Planning for Children
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 12: Diversity in Parenting
	The Choices Perspective of Parenting
		Nature of Parenting Choices
		The “Good Enough” Parent
		Seven Basic Parenting Choices
		Technology and the Family: Toddlers and Media Consumption
	Transition to Parenthood
		Transition to Motherhood
		Postpartum Depression, Peripartum Depression, and Maternal Well-being
		Personal Choices: Co-sleeping With One’s Infant?
		Transition to Fatherhood
		Transition From a Couple to a Family
	Parenthood: Some Facts
		Parental Roles
		Family Policy: Childhood Vaccinations: Public Policy and Parental Rights
		Overparenting
		Parents Are Only One Influence in a Child’s Development
		Each Child Is Unique
		Parenting Styles Differ
	Child Rearing Theories
	Principles of Effective Parenting
		Give Time, Love, Praise, Encouragement, and Acceptance
		Monitor Teens’ Activities
		Monitor Screen Time, Gaming, and Pornography Exposure
		Monitor Cell Phone Use, Texting, and Sexting
		Follow the Rules for Social Media
		Provide Discipline
		Encourage Responsibility
		Personal Choices: Should Parents Use Corporal Punishment?
		Teach Emotional Competence and Empathy
		Personal Choices: Boomerang Children
		Provide Sex Education
		Express Confidence
		Tell Children the Truth
		Respond to the Teen Years Creatively
		Be Aware of Texting Symbols Teens Use
	Single-Parent Issues
		Single Parent by Choice
		Challenges Faced by Single Parents
	Empty Nest Via Emigration of Children
	Future of Parenting
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 13: Money, Work, and Relationships
	Money and Relationships
		Money as Power in a Couple’s Relationship
		Effect of Money on Personal Well-being
	Work, Relationships, and Families
		Basic Rules for Managing One’s Work Life to Have a Successful Marriage
		“We-Talk” and Effect on Work and Marital Satisfaction
		Personal Choices: Work or Relationships?
		Types of Dual-Career Marriages
		Effects of Two Careers in One Relationship
		Effects of Both Partners’ Employment on the Marriage
		Parents and Work
		Effects of the Mother’s Employment on the Mother
		Family Policy: Government and Corporate Work-Family Policies and Programs
		Alternative or Flexible Work Arrangements
		Working From Home
		Gig Economy and Sharing Economy Jobs
		Technology and the Family: Telework
	Work and Family: Effects on Children
		Effects of the Mother’s Employment on Children
		Effects of the Father’s Employment on Children
		Latchkey Children
		Quality Time
		Child Care Considerations
			Quality of Child Care
			Cost of Child Care
	Balancing Work and Family Life
		Adopting a Superperson Strategy
		Cognitive Restructuring and Reframing
		Delegating Responsibility
		Using Time Management
		Engaging in Role Compartmentalization
	Balancing Work and Leisure Time
		Applying Social Research: Anger Over Romantic Partner’s Video Game Playing
		Functions of Leisure
		Individual and Relationship Problems Related to Leisure
		Intrusive Technology
	Future of Work and Family Life
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 14: Stress and Crisis in Relationships
	Personal Stress and Crisis Events
		Definitions of Stress and Crisis Events
		Resilient Families
		A Family Stress-Coping Model
	Stress Management Strategies
		Choosing a Positive Perspective
		Following Through With Behavior
		Dyadic Coping
		Exercise
		Family Cohesion, Friends, and Relatives
		Religion and Spirituality
		Humor
		Sleep
		Pets
		Harmful Stress Management Strategies
	Family Crisis Examples
		Physical Illness
		Mental Illness
		Midlife Crises
		Technology and Aging: Mental Health Issues
		Infidelity
			Types of Infidelity
			Reasons for Infidelity
		Applying Social Research: Reactions to Discovery of a Partner’s Cheating
			Alienation of Affection Lawsuits
			Children’s Reactions to Parents’ Infidelity
			A Comparison of Those Who Divorce and Those Who Stay Married Post Affair
			Successful Recovery From Infidelity
		Poverty and Unemployment
		Substance Abuse
		Family Policy: Alcohol Abuse on Campus
		Death of Family Member
			Death of One’s Child
			Death of One’s Parent
			Suicide of Family Member
		Applying Social Research: What to Say to a Person Who Has Attempted Suicide
	Marriage and Family Therapy
		Availability of Marriage and Family Therapists
		Effectiveness of Relationship and Marriage Therapy
		Tele-relationship Therapy
	Future of Stress and Crisis in Relationships
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 15: Divorce, Remarriage, and Stepfamilies
	Definition and Prevalence of Divorce
	Deciding Whether to End a Relationship
		Deal Breakers
		Choices to Make Before Ending a Relationship
		Applying Social Research: Romantic Breakup—Difficult Loss or Not?
	Macro Factors Contributing to Divorce
		Economic Factors Associated With Divorce
		Changing Family Functions and Structure
		Liberal Divorce Laws
		Fewer Religious Sanctions
		More Divorce Models
		Ethnicity and Culture
	Micro Factors Contributing to Divorce
		Growing Apart
		Depression
		Limited Time Together
		Low Frequency of Positive Behavior
		Extramarital Relationships
		Poor Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills
		Changing Values
		Onset of Satiation
		Unequal Housework
		In-Laws
		Having Positive Perceptions About Divorce
	Consequences of Divorce for Spouses
		Dwelling on a Previous Relationship
		Financial Consequences
		Fathers’ Separation From Children
		Parental Alienation
		Being Friends With a Former Partner
		Name Change
		Sexual Values
	Consequences of Divorce for Children
		Did the Children See the Divorce Coming?
		Estrangement and Other Negative Outcomes
		Positive Outcomes
		Child Custody
		Shared Parenting
		Minimizing Negative Effects of Divorce on Children
		How Late-Life Divorce Impacts Adult Children
	Prerequisites for Having a “Successful” Divorce
		Technology and THE FAMILY: Postdivorce Co-Parenting
		Family Policy: Should Divorce Mediation Be Required Before Litigation?
	Remarriage
		Issues of Remarriage for the Divorced
			Boundary Maintenance
			Emotional Remarriage
			Psychological Remarriage
			Community Remarriage
			Parental Remarriage
			Economic and Legal Remarriage
		Remarriage for Widowed Individuals
		Stability of Remarriages
	Stepfamilies
	Future of Divorce and Remarriage
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Chapter 16: The Later Years
	Age and Ageism
		The Concept of Age
		Ageism
	Caregiving for the Frail
		The Sandwich Generation
		Decisions About Long-Term Care
		Personal Choices: Should I Put My Aging Parents in a Long-Term Care Facility?
		Advance Directives and End-of-Life Decisions
	Issues Confronting the Elderly
		Income
		Physical Health
		Mental Health
		Family Policy: Physician-Assisted Suicide for the Terminally Ill?
		Insomnia
		Divorce
		Retirement
		Sexuality
		Applying Social Research: Sources of Sexual Interest In Older Couples
		Successful Aging
		Technology and the Family: Aging
	Relationships Across Time
		Midlife to Later Life
		Loneliness
		Looking for Love
		Living Apart Together
		Relationships Between Elderly Spouses
		Relationships Among Elderly Siblings After Parents Die
	Grandparenthood
		Effects of Divorce on the Grandparent-Child Relationship
		Benefits to Grandchildren
	The End of Life
		Death of One’s Spouse
		Repartnering in Late Life
		Thoughts in the Last Year of Life
		Dying Alone
	Future of the Elderly in the United States
	Summary
	Key Terms
	Web Links
Special Topic I: Careers in Marriage and the Family
Special Topic II: Contraception and STI Protection
Self-Assessments
Glossary
References
Index