The Death of an Aging Parent Changes the Communication Patterns

question 80

Multiple Choice

The death of an aging parent changes the communication patterns in families. Frequently________________.

• A) Adult siblings become closer to help ease each others' loss.
• B) Siblings will initially rally together but then begin to separate as old childhood power struggles begin to resurface.
• C) The family works together to maintain contact.
• D) The grandchildren step forward to keep family members in contact with each other.

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