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There are several reasons why women are more likely than men to be caregivers for elderly relatives and aging spouses. One reason is that women are often socialized from a young age to be nurturing and caring, which can make them more inclined to take on caregiving roles. Additionally, women may be more likely to have flexible work schedules or be in part-time employment, making it easier for them to take on caregiving responsibilities.
Personality can also play a role in who gets assigned care work. Individuals who are more empathetic, compassionate, and patient may be more likely to take on caregiving roles, regardless of their gender. Those who are more assertive or independent may be less inclined to take on caregiving responsibilities.
The psychological costs of being a caregiver can be significant. Caregivers may experience increased stress, anxiety, and depression as a result of the demands of caregiving. They may also feel isolated and overwhelmed, especially if they do not have a strong support system in place. However, there can also be psychological rewards to being a caregiver, such as a sense of fulfillment, purpose, and closeness to the person they are caring for. Caregivers may also experience increased empathy and compassion as a result of their caregiving experiences. It's important for caregivers to prioritize self-care and seek support to help manage the psychological challenges of caregiving.
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A) they are eager to raise another generation of children.
B) they appreciate the financial "breaks" they are afforded for raising children.
C) it was a nondecision as the children's parents were somehow incapacitated.
D) they are eager to raise another generation of children, and they appreciate the financial "breaks" they are afforded for raising children.
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A) an incapability of enjoying sexual intimacy
B) dating older men, which is seen as ridiculous
C) being aggressively focused in their dating pursuits
D) a shortage of men to go around
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A) heart disease.
B) gender norms.
C) sex.
D) remarriage.
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A) White Anglo-Saxon Protestant communities.
B) wealthy communities.
C) artistic communities, particularly for writers and poets.
D) collectivist cultures, including many Native American, Asian, and African American communities.
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A) depression.
B) menopausal symptoms.
C) hypochondria.
D) high blood pressure.
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A) retirement is guaranteed.
B) retirement occurs earlier than for other women.
C) it is likely that retirement is never going to happen.
D) retirement is likely due to excellent employer benefits.
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A) It is less stressful than the loss of a spouse in heterosexual marriages.
B) It is generally more difficult due to the added burden of heterosexism.
C) It rarely causes financial hardship to the surviving partner.
D) All of these answers are correct.
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A) They assume an older person with whom they are interacting has memory problems.
B) They assume an older person with whom they are interacting is not worth their attention.
C) They assume an older person with whom they are interacting should not be taken seriously.
D) All of these answers are correct.
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A) working-class
B) African American/Black
C) White middle-class and affluent
D) Latina
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A) exercise
B) support group
C) plastic surgery
D) family support
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A) there is a double standard of aging.
B) ratings of women's and men's physical attractiveness decline at similar rates.
C) physical attractiveness and age are negatively correlated for both sexes.
D) there is a double standard of aging, and physical attractiveness and age are negatively correlated for both sexes.
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A) It can create a self-fulfilling prophecy.
B) It can lead to them acting as if they are in poorer health than they might otherwise.
C) It can be patronizing.
D) All of these answers are correct.
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A) there is a shortage of information about women's symptoms.
B) women are less likely to be referred to a cardiac rehabilitation program than are men.
C) women receive very little information on heart disease.
D) there is a shortage of information about women's symptoms, and women are less likely to be referred to a cardiac rehabilitation program than are men.
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A) They derive benefits from it.
B) They experience negative effects from it.
C) They do the job willingly.
D) All of these answers are correct.
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