1. Research does notsupport the notion of a “midlife crisis.†Yet, both Danny andVirginia, who are in their late 40s, have been having a difficulttime emotionally both at work and at home for several months now.Explain why they might be feeling this way, anddescribe the important role that socialrelationships might play in their development at this stage oflife.
2. Tina and Gary’schildren have moved out of the house and they now have time andmoney to devote to themselves. They are aware that most middle-agedpeople are healthy and have no functional limitations so they areplanning to live their lives to the fullest. What are the healthissues that Tina and Gary should be aware of at their age? Discusssome of the steps they can take at this time in their lives toensure a longer and healthier future.      Â
