Adjustment in Society: Love & Marriage

A set of flashcards covering key vocabulary and concepts related to love, marriage, parenting, and work dynamics as discussed in the lecture.

Passionate love

An intense and all-consuming type of love, often felt early in relationships, with the fear that it may fade.

Companionate love

A type of love characterized by friendship, trust, and a desire to be with someone.

Predictors of a good marriage

Factors that contribute to a successful marriage, such as similarity in cultural backgrounds, education level, and family relationships.

Stages of Marriage

The different phases a marriage goes through, including newlywed, children, children's adolescence, empty nest, and alone again.

Newlywed stage

One of two happiest times in marriage where couples adjust to new roles and shed old roles in previous family.

Children stage

A challenging phase in marriage characterized by new responsibilities and planning around children.

Children's adolescence

A stage that can be high conflict due to shifting priorities and increasing responsibilities for parents.

Empty Nest stage

A time of adjustment and happiness when children move out of the home.

Alone again stage

A period of decreased happiness often following the death of a spouse.

Marital problems and divorce

Issues that may lead to divorce, influenced by women's financial independence and changing societal norms.

Children and Divorce

The impact divorce has on children, most kids don’t want their parents to divorce, kids lack of understanding and rarely have any say in the process.

Parent-Child Relationships

Dynamics between parents and children, often around topics like sex, drugs, and expectations.

Authoritarian parenting style

A style where parents act as 'bosses' and do not explain their demands.

Democratic or authoritative parenting style

A style characterized by discussion and negotiation, allowing for shared rule-setting.

Permissive or laissez-faire parenting style

A style where children have more say, with limited guidance from parents, no rules.

Autonomy in college life

The ability of college students to take care of themselves and make independent choices. -Peter Madison

Work satisfaction sources

Factors contributing to job satisfaction, including resources, financial rewards, comfort, and positive work relations.

Changing careers

The trend of individuals frequently changing jobs or fields, requiring a diverse skill set.

Comparable worth

The principle that jobs requiring similar levels of training and education should offer similar wages and benefits.