This discussion helps you think about sexuality and family violence as they relate to development in middle adulthood. Adults in midlife are one of the least studied populations within developmental science, and there are two topics that are often hidden or ignored: Sexuality and family violence.
By successfully completing this discussion activity, you will demonstrate Module Outcome 2: Describe the sexuality changes that occur for men and women during midlife, and Module Outcome 5: Explain the causes and characteristics of family violence in the United States.
Thoroughly answer both parts. To earn full points, within each part you will include a scholarly article that supports your writing (remember to properly cite and reference in APA format) and a personal example. In your responses to others, remember it's okay to respectfully disagree. Support your replies with evidence from scholarly sources (be sure to properly cite and reference them) and give reasons for your opinion. Ask questions if it's appropriate, and remember to add to the discussion with new ideas.
Part 1:
Do the changes that occur during middle adulthood have an effect on sexuality? Do the risks of hormone therapy outweigh the advantages? Answer these questions as thoroughly as you can. Remember to support your writing with personal and scholarly examples.
Part 2:
Your text discusses the hidden nature of family violence and asks, "What can be done to end the cycle of violence, in which people who were abused as children grow up to be abusers of others?" Answer this question, please, by first explaining the causes and characteristics and then identifying some real-life solutions. Remember to support your writing with personal and scholarly examples.