Asked by Manar Mahmoud on May 09, 2024

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Clinician Patricia Papernow divides the process of becoming a stepfamily into three major stages.In the later stages,the family

A) breaks up.
B) identifies important changes that may need to be made.
C) feels more comfortable with each other and the stepparent role is well defined.
D) is characterized by chaos and confusion.

Stepfamily

A family formed after remarriage, including a biological parent, a stepparent, and the children of one or both parents.

Stepparent Role

The role assumed by an individual who is married to a person with children from a previous relationship, focusing on the care, nurturing, and support of these children.

Patricia Papernow

An expert in the field of blended families and stepfamily dynamics, known for her research and publications on the topic.

  • Evaluate and compare the roles and responsibilities of stepparents in multiple configurations of stepfamilies.
  • Pinpoint the sequences of stepfamily unification and the hurdles encountered throughout each sequence.
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Matthew LismanMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In the later stages of becoming a stepfamily, the family should feel more comfortable with each other and the stepparent role should be well defined. This indicates that the family is successfully integrating and adapting to the new family structure. Options A and D are not accurate according to Papernow's stages, while option B is too broad and could apply to any stage of the process.