In the context of the relationship between parents and maturing children, which of the following statements is true about the empty nest?

A. The empty nest does not signal the end of parenthood.
B. The effects of the empty nest on a marriage do not depend on its quality.
C. Couples whose identity is dependent on the parental role find the empty nest extremely liberating.
D. Parents stop enjoying their grown children's accomplishments because of the empty nest.


Answer: A

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