According to symbolic interactionists, the significance of social interaction in children's developing self-concepts suggests
A)the importance of maintaining the traditional family form.
B)society should accept nontraditional family forms.
C)equal parenting roles will confuse and frustrate the child.
D)acceptance of a stepparent will weaken the child's development of an independent identity.

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Symbolic interactionists focus on how individuals interpret and give meaning to social interactions. They argue that through social interaction, children learn about themselves and their place in the world. Accepting nontraditional family forms suggests that what matters most is the quality of the interactions and relationships within the family, rather than adhering to a specific family structure. This perspective emphasizes the role of communication and interaction in the development of self-concept, rather than the structure of the family itself.

According to Symbolic Interactionists, the Significance of Social Interaction in Children's