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Family Life Cycle

Understanding the Stages in the Family Life Cycle

TermDefinition
Beginning Stage A couple marries, starts a home, develop careers, and learn to get along as husband and wife.
Child Bearing Stage The couple decides to have a child. They adjust in their role as parents, with changing demands on time, finances and freedom.
Parenting Stage The first child begins school. Changes in schedules occur with school events and activities. The teen becomes more involved with social life and developing independence.
Launching Stage Begins when the first child leaves home. Parents have more space at home and more freedom.
Mid-Years or Empty Nest Stage When the last child leaves home parents may continue work until they retire. They may explore their personal interest and their income may become higher.
Aging Stage This stage last until both spouses die. They may enjoy lifelong interests. As they age help from family members with transportation, meals, medicine, and financial issues.
Life Change Any event that causes significant change in the way you manage your life.
Examples of Family Challenges Unemployment,Relocation, Financial Crises, Divorce, Remarriage, Health Crises, Death, Substance Abuse, and Family Violence.
Stages of Grief Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance
Created by: lballington
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