Young and Middle Adulthood Case Studies
BSHS 325: Human Systems and Development
University of Phoenix
2 Life is changing every minute off every day. Life is changing right now, as we speak. Whether we like it or not. And, some things in life are uncontrollable. Today, we will meet a single mother of three children who is dealing with life style changes that have led her to living a healthier life, confiding in her family and friends, and enjoying the benefits of exercising regularly. Throughout the course of an individual’s life they may experience a number of personal relationships. While some relationships may be better, or healthier, than others, they all leave an impact on the individual’s life. And this is where we will meet Tina. Tina is a forty five year old single mother with three grown children, who are all still living at home. Tina is in a committed relationship with the love of her life, Michael. Michael and Tina have been together for the last five years and Michael would like to marry Tina. But, once upon a time before Tina met Michael she was married. Tina and her now ex-husband got divorced because he had an affair with a younger woman and later decided to leave Tina for his mistress. While Tina was married to her ex-husband she remained faithful and never struggled with the way her body looks or her personal appearance. However, since the divorce Tina has struggled with her self-esteem and has turned to the gym for help. Tina goes to the gym regularly, goes for runs, and maintains a healthy diet. But, for Tina that is not enough. She has noticed a decline in her abilities at the gym so she has increased the amount of time she spends at the gym to four hours a day. Tina is experiencing a role change in her life. The feelings of betrayal and rejection from the man she thought she would spend the rest of her life with have left her with a low self-esteem and closing out
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