As a child grows older and enters middle school, parenthood tends to _____ and marital satisfaction tends to _____.
A) become more stressful; decrease
B) become less stressful; increase
C) involve fewer parent-child conflicts; increase
D) become less demanding; level off

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As children grow older and enter middle school, they may face academic and social challenges that can increase parental stress levels. Additionally, at this age, children may begin to assert their independence, which can lead to conflicts between parents and children. These stressors can decrease marital satisfaction, particularly if couples struggle to manage them effectively.

As a Child Grows Older and Enters Middle School, Parenthood