Large families may suffer from _______________________ when resources are spread too thin.

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Resource dilution theory proposes that as family size increases, the resources available to each individual (such as time, attention, money, and emotional support) are spread more thinly. This can lead to negative outcomes for children's development and well-being, such as lower academic achievement, lower self-esteem, and higher rates of behavioral problems. The other options, Mother Hubbard syndrome and Walton's syndrome, are not commonly used terms in family sociology or psychology. Resource competition is a related concept, but it refers specifically to the competition between siblings for limited resources within the same family, rather than the overall effects of family size on individual outcomes.

Large Families May Suffer from _______________________ When Resources Are Spread