________ is a modern substitute for the physical departure of the adolescent from the home.
A) An initiation ceremony
B) A rite of passage
C) Psychological distancing
D) A cultural script

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Psychological distancing refers to the psychological separation that occurs between parents and adolescents, which serves as a modern substitute for the physical departure of the adolescent from the home. This is characterized by increased autonomy and independence, as well as a shifting of emotional attachments away from parents towards peers. Initiation ceremonies and rites of passage are cultural traditions that mark the transition into adulthood, but may not be universally practiced or relevant in modern society. Cultural scripts are social norms and expectations that guide behavior, but do not necessarily address the psychological separation that occurs during adolescence.

________ Is a Modern Substitute for the Physical Departure of the Adolescent