Relationships Review

Which stage of the family life cycle is typically considered the longest?

• Beginning Stage

• Childbearing Stage

• Parenting Stage

• Launching Stage

What characterizes a dysfunctional family according to the presentation?

• Regular family meetings and open communication

• Spending quality time together consistently

• Problem-solving together as a unit

• Lack of healthy communication and problem-solving skills

During which stage do parents typically experience 'empty nest' syndrome?

• Middle Age Stage

• Retirement Stage

• Launching Stage

• Parenting Stage

Which of the following is NOT listed as a core family function?

• Physical needs

• Financial planning

• Emotional needs

• Social development

What type of family structure includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins living together?

• Nuclear family

• Extended family

• Blended family

• Foster family

Which characteristic best describes a balanced friendship?

• One person usually makes all the decisions

• Both individuals have equal power and compromise

• Friends take turns controlling the relationship

• One person benefits more than the other

In a healthy friendship with proper boundaries, what should you expect?

• Friends show up unannounced at your house

• Friends share your private information with others

• Friends make decisions about your responsibilities

• Friends ask permission and respect your privacy

What is a key indicator of an unstable friendship?

• Friends communicate when they're upset

• Friends have occasional disagreements

• Friends' behavior is unpredictable day to day

• Friends maintain consistent expectations

In an accepting friendship, how do friends handle differences?

• They pressure each other to change interests

• They judge each other's choices

• They require explanations for decisions

• They respect each other's unique qualities

Which is the strongest sign that a friendship might be unhealthy?

• Having occasional conflicts

• Disagreeing about activities

• Feeling drained after spending time together

• Having different interests