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Middle adulthood is a 20th century phenomenon in Western culture.  

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Middle adulthood is a 20th century phenomenon in Western culture. In 1900, the average life expectancy was 47 years, but now life expectancy has increased- people are living longer and more professionals are studying life during this age period. Between the ages of 35-64, there are vast changes in many areas of their lives. Stress is anything that causes a change in your body. The most obvious changes related to lifestyle in middle-adulthood include: physical development and health, marital status, family, career and finances and self-concept. Stress is a natural part of living, but too much stress can cause illness and increase the risk of death. In order to maintain a proper level of stress, adults must rely more on knowledge and insight to enhance overall health, well-being and longevity, as well as learning to come to grips with developmental challenges and transitions, to avoid having a stressful life....

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