Cries Of, "You're Not My Real Mom," or "I Don't

question 12

Multiple Choice

Cries of, "You're not my real mom," or "I don't have to listen to you, you're not my dad!" are indicative of what type of stepfamily stressor?

• A) financial difficulties
• B) adjusting to new parenting roles
• C) grieving past losses
• D) establishing discipline

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Definitions:

Detachment

The emotional state in which an individual maintains a boundary from a specific situation or emotional involvement.

Protest

A public demonstration of objection, disapproval, or dissent towards an idea or action, typically involving gatherings, marching, or signage.

Surrogate Mother Experiments

Research studies focusing on the effects of substituting a mother with a surrogate or artificial option, often conducted to understand attachment and developmental outcomes.

REST Technique

Restricted Environmental Stimulation Technique, a method reducing sensory input to promote relaxation or alter consciousness.