Cowan discusses problems in the way research is interpreted. What are some of the problems

Choose ONE of these reading prompts to respond to (there are multiple parts to each reading prompt, you must answer all parts). • Essays: must be a minimum of 450 words (which is about 1 ½ pages double-spaced in Times New Roman) • Use quotes to support answers

1. According to Cherlin, why is it important to critically consider the facts that are presented as research? How does the research presented, as well as what findings are included and excluded, reflect the values of the persons or organizations that are presenting the research? Based on reading this article, what advice would you give other people about critically reading research? https://contemporaryfamilies.org/why-its-hard-to-k…

2. Cowan discusses problems in the way research is interpreted. What are some of the problems? How might you summarize/explain these problems in your own words? Cowan ends with a request for us to remember that explanations as to how facts are connected are often more complex than we think. With this in mind, what strategies might we use, going forward, to be more critical consumers of research? https://contemporaryfamilies.org/when-is-a-relatio…

3. Mancini and Bonanno consider the effects of major life transitions on the life satisfaction of individuals. What are some of these major life transitions? As you see it, why might these transitions have an effect on life satisfaction? How can we use the authors’ ideas going forward? Should we give up on averages? Are there other strategies that are of use? https://contemporaryfamilies.org/trouble-with-aver…