Parenting & Child Development

Recently married, Marie and Clay are still in college. What reason would encourage them to have a child right away?
1. Child care expenses after birth
2. Possibility of inherited diseases
3. Stability of a committed relationship
4. Time demands imposed by child
Recently married, Marie and Clay are still in college. What would DISCOURAGE them from having a child right away?
1. Friends having their first children now
2. Latest discoveries in treatment of infertility
3. Parents' desires for grandchildren
4. Part-time employment with mounting debts
Which is LEAST reliable in determining readiness for parenthood?
1. Emotional maturity
2. Families’ opinions
3. Financial status
4. Stability of marriage
Anthony and Carla are happily married adults, but neither enjoyed a happy childhood. Anthony was physically abused by his alcoholic father. Carla’s father was terminally ill, so Carla spent little time with him. Why might Anthony and Carla decide NOT to become parents?
1. Children are too expensive and troublesome.
2. Children will interfere with their career goals.
3. Parents are legally responsible for their children
4. Parents may repeat their own parents’ mistakes
Which influence would be greatest on a teen who becomes a parent to prove his/her maturity?
1. Financial status
2. Health considerations
3. Personal desire
4. Management skills
Recently married, Raymond has just completed his graduate degree, and was promoted to regional manager of his company. His wife, Tanya, also has an advanced degree, and works full-time. Both come from large families, and enjoy their nieces and nephews.
Which is the reason why Raymond would decide to be a parent?
1. Financial stability
2. Health considerations
3. Social pressure
4. Technological advances
Recently married, Raymond has just completed his graduate degree, and was promoted to regional manager of his company. His wife, Tanya, also has an advanced degree, and works fulltime. Both come from large families, and enjoy their nieces and nephews.
Which is the reason why Raymond would decide NOT to be a parent?
1. Committed to career goals
2. Emotional immaturity
3. No experience with children
4. Not in a committed relationship
Which influence may be greatest when a couple seeks repeated treatment for infertility?
1. Financial status
2. Health considerations
3. Personal desire
4. Social pressure

Parenting & Child Development - Objective 3.01

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