D569 HLTH 4300
Adult Psychology
FA Review (Qns & Ans)
2025
1. Multiple Choice
Question : Which theory emphasizes the importance of life
transitions and role changes during adulthood?
a) Psychodynamic Theory
b) Social Role Theory
c) Erikson's Psychosocial Theory
d) Trait Theory
ANS : b) Social Role Theory
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, Rationale : Social Role Theory focuses on how societal
expectations and role changes, such as becoming a parent or
retiring, influence development throughout adulthood.
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2. Fill-in-the-Blank
Question : According to Erik Erikson, the central psychosocial
conflict in early adulthood is __________ vs. isolation.
ANS : Intimacy
Rationale : Erikson proposed that forming intimate relationships
is a critical developmental task during early adulthood, with
failure resulting in isolation.
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3. True/False
Question : According to Levinson's Seasons of Life theory, the
midlife transition often involves significant reassessment of life
goals and achievements.
ANS : True
Rationale : Levinson’s model highlights that the midlife
transition often prompts individuals to evaluate and reorient their
priorities and aspirations.
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4. Multiple Response
Question : Which factors are commonly associated with midlife
crises?
a) Career dissatisfaction
b) Physical health decline
c) Relationship issues
d) Resolution of childhood trauma
ANSs : a) Career dissatisfaction, b) Physical health decline, c)
Relationship issues
Rationale : Midlife crises are typically triggered by challenges
in areas such as career, health, and personal relationships, rather
than resolving past trauma.
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5. Multiple Choice
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, Question : Which of the following terms describes the process
through which adults adapt and thrive despite adversity or
stressful experiences?
a) Coping
b) Resilience
c) Neuroplasticity
d) Cognitive dissonance
ANS : b) Resilience
Rationale : Resilience refers to an individual's capacity to
maintain or regain psychological well-being in the face of
challenges.
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6. Fill-in-the-Blank
Question : The __________ theory of aging suggests that
maintaining activity and social engagement is key to well-being in
later life.
ANS : Activity
Rationale : Activity theory posits that staying active and
involved contributes to happiness and satisfaction in older
adulthood.
©2025
Adult Psychology
FA Review (Qns & Ans)
2025
1. Multiple Choice
Question : Which theory emphasizes the importance of life
transitions and role changes during adulthood?
a) Psychodynamic Theory
b) Social Role Theory
c) Erikson's Psychosocial Theory
d) Trait Theory
ANS : b) Social Role Theory
©2025
, Rationale : Social Role Theory focuses on how societal
expectations and role changes, such as becoming a parent or
retiring, influence development throughout adulthood.
---
2. Fill-in-the-Blank
Question : According to Erik Erikson, the central psychosocial
conflict in early adulthood is __________ vs. isolation.
ANS : Intimacy
Rationale : Erikson proposed that forming intimate relationships
is a critical developmental task during early adulthood, with
failure resulting in isolation.
---
3. True/False
Question : According to Levinson's Seasons of Life theory, the
midlife transition often involves significant reassessment of life
goals and achievements.
ANS : True
Rationale : Levinson’s model highlights that the midlife
transition often prompts individuals to evaluate and reorient their
priorities and aspirations.
©2025
,---
4. Multiple Response
Question : Which factors are commonly associated with midlife
crises?
a) Career dissatisfaction
b) Physical health decline
c) Relationship issues
d) Resolution of childhood trauma
ANSs : a) Career dissatisfaction, b) Physical health decline, c)
Relationship issues
Rationale : Midlife crises are typically triggered by challenges
in areas such as career, health, and personal relationships, rather
than resolving past trauma.
---
5. Multiple Choice
©2025
, Question : Which of the following terms describes the process
through which adults adapt and thrive despite adversity or
stressful experiences?
a) Coping
b) Resilience
c) Neuroplasticity
d) Cognitive dissonance
ANS : b) Resilience
Rationale : Resilience refers to an individual's capacity to
maintain or regain psychological well-being in the face of
challenges.
---
6. Fill-in-the-Blank
Question : The __________ theory of aging suggests that
maintaining activity and social engagement is key to well-being in
later life.
ANS : Activity
Rationale : Activity theory posits that staying active and
involved contributes to happiness and satisfaction in older
adulthood.
©2025
