When a family experiences a sudden transition such as job loss, migration, or illness of a parent, the family must adapt. This adaptation is described by family transition theory as:
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Correct answer: A non-normative, situational transition requiring role redefinition
Non-normative transitions (unexpected events) require recalibration of roles, communication and family functioning; they pose higher stress than normative transitions.
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