From the theoretical perspective, the way that a family defines, appraises, or interprets a crisis- precipitating event can, at times, have as much or more to do with members' ability to cope as with the character of the event itself.

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The statement emphasizes the importance of how family members interact and interpret events, which is a key concept in the interactionist perspective. The other options (structure-function, conflict, family development) do not directly address the role of interpretation in shaping the family's response to a crisis.

From the Theoretical Perspective, the Way That a Family Defines