Which of the following theoretical explanations for the effects of stepparenting on children proposes living in a stepfamily creates numerous difficulties for children and other family members such as moving to another home or neighborhood and following different rules and schedules?

A) the cumulative effects hypothesis
B) risk and resilience theories
C) social capital models
D) family stress theories

Cumulative Effects Hypothesis

The theory that the impact of multiple stressors or disadvantages accumulates over time, leading to more significant negative effects on an individual's health or well-being than any single factor alone.

Stepfamily

A family unit composed of a married couple where at least one person has a child or children from a previous relationship.

Social Capital Models

Concern theories and frameworks that analyze the benefits derived from social networks, trust, and norms in a community.