AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Stage I: The beginning family: The first sub stage of the family life cycle is the period of establishment. It begins with marriage and continues until the first child is born. It is also called “getting acquainted” stage, when two partners try to know each other’s psychology and behavioural prospects.

Detailed explanation-2: -Those receiving support from their family members may feel a greater sense of self-worth, and this enhanced self-esteem may be a psychological resource, encouraging optimism, positive affect, and better mental health (Symister & Friend, 2003).

Detailed explanation-3: -Early adulthood is a period of rapid personal development when individuals experience major life transitions (e.g. leaving the parental home, leaving education, beginning employment, cohabitation and parenthood).