Alice Rossi has observed that the transition to parenthood is more difficult than the transition to other adult roles for several reasons. Which of the following is NOT one of these?

a. Parents are more likely than in the past to be geographically distant from relatives

b. Most first parents approach parenting with little or no previous experience in child care.
c. Unlike other adult roles, the transition to parenthood is extremely gradual.
d. Adjusting to parenthood necessitates changes in the couple's emotional and sexual relationship.


c

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