Which of the Following Is a Criticism of Family Development

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a criticism of family development theories?

• A)The stages posited by the theory are artificial in that life is not so clearly segmented.
• B)They are overly focused on the extended family.
• C)They focus too much on sibling relationships at the expense of parent-child relationships.
• D)The theory is largely descriptive rather than explanatory.

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Definitions:

Unipolar Depression

A mental health disorder highlighted by a pervasive low mood, lack of motivation, and loss of pleasure in previously enjoyed activities.

Onset

The beginning or start of something, such as a disease, symptom, or process.

Cognitive Symptom

Symptoms related to mental processes such as memory, attention, and problem-solving, often indicative of neurological or psychiatric conditions.

Unipolar Depression

A major depressive disorder characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in outside stimuli, without the mood swings seen in bipolar disorder.