As predicted from an evolutionary perspective,a study by Flinn and colleagues documented that children living with a stepparent have _______ levels of _________ than children living with biological parents.

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The study by Flinn and colleagues found that children living with a stepparent have higher levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, compared to children living with their biological parents. This is consistent with the evolutionary perspective that suggests living in such environments may be more stressful for children, hence the elevated cortisol levels.

As Predicted from an Evolutionary Perspective,a Study by Flinn and Colleagues