What is the stage of family development that extends from the wedding until the birth of the first child?
a. Expectant stage
b. Parenthood stage
c. Establishment stage
d. Engagement/commitment stage
ANS: C
The establishment stage extends from the wedding until the birth of the first child. During this phase, one of the important tasks is the adjustment from the single independent to the married, interdependent state. The challenges facing the newly married couple include learning to live with another person, decision making, conflict resolution, and communication.
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