Which of the following statements is true about parent-child relationships in adolescence?
A) Studies show a decrease in parent-child conflict after puberty ends.
B) Psychological distancing may contribute to a rise in family tensions.
C) Parent-son conflict tends to be more intense than parent-daughter conflict.
D) Parent-daughter conflict is more evident in countries where gender-role values are more traditional.

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Psychologically, adolescents tend to distance themselves from their parents as they navigate their own identity formation. This distancing can contribute to a rise in family tensions. A, C, and D are not always true and cannot be generalized as every parent-child relationship is different.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Parent-Child Relationships