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Abstract:
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As the definition of what is considered a family changes in our society , the family unit itself continues to undergo changes . These changes can sometimes lead to decreased stability within the family unit . This study focused on how this instability impacts adolescents who are brought up in unstable families , specifically within the context of their behavioral outcomes . Variables surrounding family stability as well as several indicators of maladaptive behavioral outcomes were used to measure this concept . This study used a longitudinal , non -experimental approach , guided by a comprehensive literature review and the theoretical application to Skinner's theory of applied behavior . |