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Read each scenario below and determine which of the seven stages of life they fall under. After determining what stage of life they are in, then determine what problems they might face and the solution to their problems. Stages of Life: 1- Individual 2- Marriage 3- Childbearing 4-Parenting

5- Launching 6- Middle Years 7- Senior Years

1. Couple blends their expectations, values, and vision for the future. They learn about commitment and they set mutual goals together. Also during this stage they learn to communicate, listen, and solve problems together, which enables them to complete tasks. a. Stage of Life: b. Problems they might face: i. 1. Solution: ii. 1. Solution:

2. _During this stage they look back at their lives and review all they have learned and experienced. Some retire from their jobs and enjoy the leisures of life. During this part of their life they strengthen their relationship with their grandchildren. a. Stage of Life: b. Problems they might face: i. 1. Solution: ii. 1. Solution:

3. During this stage in life communication with on another, commitment, problem solving, and decision-making skills become very important. Their childs health depends on the ability to provide a safe, stable, and loving environment. It is especially important to help teens gain their independence while still setting boundaries and limits. a. Stage of Life: b. Problems they might face: i. 1. Solution: ii. 1. Solution:

4. During this stage you separate from family and gain your own independence. You develop career skills, take care of your responsibilities, and you learn to make smart financial decisions. This happens in early adulthood. a. Stage of Life: b. Problems they might face: i. 1. Solution: ii. 1. Solution:

5. During this stage children are added to the family, and the couple must adjust to their new roles as parents. As parents you must learn to meet the needs of your infant physically and emotionally. While they are caring for the new child they must also balance taking care of themselves and their relationships. a. Stage of Life: b. Problems they might face: i. 1. Solution: ii. 1. Solution:

6. This stage of life happens when the first child leaves the home and ends when the last child leaves. While the children are gradually leaving their parents support and encourage them. They step back and let the children venture out, but are there when they return for family support. The parents spend less time thinking of their childs needs and more on their own. a. Stage of Life: b. Problems they might face: i. 1. Solution: ii. 1. Solution: 7. During this stage children leave and establish their own lives and family. During this time parents need to adjust to empty nest syndrome. They also must learn to relate to their children as adults. They take time to renew their relationships, build careers, and develop new interests. This can be challenging for parents who might have neglected parts of their own development and marriage for raising children. a. Stage of Life: b. Problems they might face: i. 1. Solution: ii. 1. Solution:s