Author Question: Which of the following is NOT true about families' reactions to a death? A. It is important that ... (Read 48 times)

azncindy619

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 562
Which of the following is NOT true about families' reactions to a death?
 
  A. It is important that feelings be expressed and accepted.
  B. Feelings that are bottled up or go unresolved may contribute to behavioral, physical, or psychological problems later.
  C. Families that enshrine' the deceased member's role rather than having someone else fill the role as soon as possible will adjust better than those who rush through task reassignment.
  D. None of these  all of the above are true about families' reactions to a death.

Question 2

List and discuss the nine steps for building a successful stepfamily.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



Viet Thy

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 329
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

The student should indicate that nine steps for building a successful stepfamily cited in the text are as follows: 1. handle finances fairly and wisely, 2. develop realistic expectations, 3. recognize mourning, 4. maintain the relationship with your new partner, 5. treat all the children the same, 6. don't rush stepparenting, 7. cooperate with the absent kin and recognize their role, 8. develop new family rituals, and 9.remember the stepparent on Mother's or Father'' Day. The student should discuss these steps in detail.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).

Did you know?

All adverse reactions are commonly charted in red ink in the patient's record and usually are noted on the front of the chart. Failure to follow correct documentation procedures may result in malpractice lawsuits.

Did you know?

To maintain good kidney function, you should drink at least 3 quarts of water daily. Water dilutes urine and helps prevent concentrations of salts and minerals that can lead to kidney stone formation. Chronic dehydration is a major contributor to the development of kidney stones.

Did you know?

The tallest man ever known was Robert Wadlow, an American, who reached the height of 8 feet 11 inches. He died at age 26 years from an infection caused by the immense weight of his body (491 pounds) and the stress on his leg bones and muscles.

Did you know?

A recent study has found that following a diet rich in berries may slow down the aging process of the brain. This diet apparently helps to keep dopamine levels much higher than are seen in normal individuals who do not eat berries as a regular part of their diet as they enter their later years.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library