After hearing parents discuss divorce,a 5-year-old develops behavioral problems.Upon dealing with the child's behavioral issues,the marital relationship conflict decreases.The pediatric clinic nurse should recognize that this is an example of which family system concept?

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The child's behavioral problems are an example of triangulation, where the marital conflict is communicated indirectly through the child's behavior. By addressing the child's behavior, the conflict between the parents decreases. Differentiation of self refers to a person's ability to maintain their sense of self while in close relationships, fusion refers to a lack of differentiation within a family system, and emotional cutoff refers to a family member's attempt to reduce emotional tension by distancing oneself from others.

After Hearing Parents Discuss Divorce,a 5-Year-Old Develops Behavioral Problems