Which of the following best describes the term parentification?
a. raising the caregivers up onto a pedestal
b. assuming the caregiver (parental) role
c. believing one's caregivers can do nothing right
d. holding onto caregivers out of a fear of abandonment
B
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A Incorrect. Parentification is not best described as raising the caregivers up onto a pedestal.
B Correct. Parentification, the role of assuming the caregiver (parent) role, is common among older school-age children (9-12 years). These children of divorce may experience conflicts with loyalty and also exhibit outbursts of anger toward either or both parents. Parentification is also common in the adolescent group.
C Incorrect. Parentification is not best described as believing one's caregivers can do nothing right.
D Incorrect. Parentification is not best described as holding onto caregivers out of a fear of abandonment.
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