For Stepparents, a Possible Consequence of Establishing a Good Relationship

question 10

Multiple Choice

For stepparents, a possible consequence of establishing a good relationship with the child may be that _____.

• A) they lose a source of intimacy and generativity if the marriage ends
• B) they may harm the marriage quality
• C) marital intimacy may decrease
• D) the stepparent will begin criticizing the mate's parenting style

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Definitions:

Prosocial Goals

Objectives aimed at benefiting others or society as a whole, often emphasizing altruism and cooperation.

Impulse Control

The ability to resist or delay immediate temptations or urges in order to achieve longer-term goals.

Adlerian Theory

A psychological approach focusing on individual psychology and the importance of feelings of inferiority and striving for superiority.

Responsibility

The condition of being responsible for addressing an issue or being in charge of someone.