List out a few characteristics of successful stepfamilies

What will be an ideal response?


1. Successful stepfamilies develop realistic expectations.
2. Adults in successful stepfamilies let children mourn their losses because they're sensitive to children's sadness and depression after their parents' divorce.
3. The adults in well-functioning stepfamilies forge a strong couple relationship.
4. Except when young children are present, the stepparent takes on a disciplinary role gradually.
5. Successful stepfamilies develop their own rituals.

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

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Sociology