Marta is 48 and recently divorced, but she has accepted the
break-up of her marriage and the age-related declines she is experiencing and feels that she has a purpose in life. She has started a small internet business, is taking classes at the local community college, and spends time with her children, grandchildren, and friends. According to Ryff, Marta is experiencing
a. a mid-life crisis.
b. well-being.
c. role confusion.
d. empty-nest syndrome.
ANSWER: b
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