Research Shows That Following the Birth of a First Child

question 84

Multiple Choice

Research shows that following the birth of a first child, there is a strong nesting movement toward their nuclear family, which is associated with

• A) decreasing levels of interparental support over time
• B) decreased contact with family members
• C) increased contact with friends.
• D) increased contact with family members and decreased contact with friends

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ADEA

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