Parent-child conflict during the transition to adolescence tends to be ________ with the first-born rather than second-born children. The conflict tends to be ________ between children and their mothers than between children and their fathers.

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Parent-child conflict during the transition to adolescence is often stronger with first-born children due to higher expectations and new experiences for both parents and the child. Additionally, conflicts tend to be stronger with mothers as they often have more direct involvement in daily parenting tasks.

Parent-Child Conflict During the Transition to Adolescence Tends to Be