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Bill and Maria are in their late thirties. They are both prominent in their careers and well established financially. The decision has been made to start bringing children into their small family. Maria is concerned that her energy levels may not be as high as they once were. Bill worries about living long enough to see his children into adulthood. What positive aspects should a social worker educate the couple about?
  1. Parents between the ages of 35 and 40 have over 15 years of adult life experience.
  2. Middle-aged parents have a strong sense of personal identity.
  3. Adults in midlife have a deeper sense of life values.
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: D - There are more positives about having children in the middle years than negatives. Financial stability and a profound sense of worth enable couples to bring life experiences into to their child rearing techniques. Individuals in their twenties sometimes do not feel psychologically ready for the commitments involved in having children.
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