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Learning ObjectivesAfter reading this chapter you should be able to:
| List six dimensions of intimacy in adult partner relationships. |
| Describe some gender differences in intimacy. |
| Describe what constitutes sexual coercion in dating and how to deal with unwanted sexual advances. |
| List seven causes of abusive dating relationships. |
| Explain how single parents can manage their dating with respect for the needs of their children. |
| Explain how a person can avoid loneliness while living alone. |
| Describe the potential benefits of marriage. |
| Describe the potential traits associated with successful marriage. |
| List some special challenges that gay and lesbian partnerships face. |
| Describe some of the current approaches to effective parenting. |
| List some factors that contribute to successful blended family relationships |
| Explain why so many marriages terminate with divorce. |
| Explain how a divorcing couple can minimize the difficulties associated with their divorce. |
| Explain the benefits to college students of learning about sexuality and aging. |
| Explain the six types of aging and how they interact. |
| Define ageism and explain how it operates in our society. |
| State four common myths about sex and aging and refute each of them. |
| Contrast male climacteric with menopause. |
| Explain the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy. |
| Explain society's expectations for sexuality in older people and how these expectations affect older people. |
| Explain the age-related changes in sexual response for each gender. |
| Explain the "double standard" of aging for heterosexual men and women. |
| Contrast aging in the lesbian and gay communities with aging in the heterosexual community. |
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