Extra Credit Question #1: Who wrote the textbook for this class?

According to a recent survey by Pew Research Center, among the online dating users in the U.S., men are more likely than women to report having casual sex as a major reason for them to use dating apps/websites.

40-47. (8 points) In William’s couple and family therapy practice he frequently encounters couples experiencing effects from their technology use together. Oftentimes couples discuss the conflicts they experience as a result of technology.   Select ONE of the technologies listed: Texting Sexting Video or online games Social media interactions with friends and family (including exes, children) Discuss at least 2 different ways that a partner’s use (or both partners) might contribute conflict in couples. (2 points) Indicate details of the relationship longevity, couple member age OR stage that might play a role in the conflict.  (2 points)  Using Hertlein’s Couple and Family Technology framework, explain how the conflict relates to technology influences and couple wellbeing. (4 points) 

Cathy is currently having sleep difficulties and is exploring some websites that might be helpful for understanding her conditions. Imagine you were her friend and would like to go through the health information websites that she have been looking at to help her navigate her challenges. Please pick ONE website listed below and list FIVE critiques of whether this website is a good source of information (5 points). Sleep disorders, the silent epidemic?: https://www.sleepstation.org.uk How to Conquer Insomnia Naturally: https://karenthrelkelnd.com/blog/how-to-conquer-insomnia-naturally/ When you are providing the five critiques, please apply the principles / guidance for finding heath information online that we have learned from class. (5 points)

In the Sociotechnological Model, Lanigan identifies impact as occurring from the overlap of ___________.

The word from the following list that BEST describes family functioning as part of a family system is

In the 2023 Pew Research Center study of online dating in the U.S., what is the most popular dating site/platform among adults aged 50-64 years? 

According to our class discussion, which one of the following is NOT a benefit (i.e., PRO) of online dating?

Jack’s son, Kay (14 years old) wants to spend extended hours on his laptop to play video games with his friends, while Jack (dad) understands that it is a way to connect with his friends, he wants Kay to set an agreed-upon screen time limit. However, Kay doesn’t want to make any limits on his screen time. In this example, how does Kay’s balance between Agency and Communion look like?

38-39 Identify at least one clear and specific role of a family member (or member of a couple) and indicate the way(s) in which using technology might demonstrate that role. Be specific. (2 points)