In a single parent family, older children take on some of the parental roles while the parent works two jobs to make ends meet. This is a situation in which the family members are all experiencing:
A) role frustration.
B) role conflict.
C) role strain.
D) role confusion.

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Role strain occurs when there are competing demands within the same role, such as older children taking on parental responsibilities while also fulfilling their role as children.

In a Single Parent Family, Older Children Take on Some