Which of the Following Describes the Process of Parental Distancing

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the process of parental distancing by young adults?

• A) It is necessary that the son or daughter move as far from the parents as possible.
• B) It is characterized by a complete emotional void between parent and adult child.
• C) It is a challenge that requires an emotional emancipation from while remaining engaged with parents.
• D) The course of emotional weaning is likely to be slow and painful for parents but not for their adult children

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Definitions:

Facial Expressions

The movements of the facial muscles that convey emotions and feelings to others.

Paul Ekman

A psychologist who is best known for his work on the facial expressions of emotions and their universality across cultures.

Physiological Patterns

Regular and predictable ways in which the body functions or responds to stimuli, often related to health and disease.

Innate

Refers to qualities, abilities, or knowledge that are present from birth, not acquired through experience or learning.