Which of the following is a finding from the research of Judith Wallerstein and colleagues on children of divorced parents?
A) Few children experienced intense emotional disturbance at the time of the divorce.
B) Children of divorced parents are less likely to divorce when they get married because the experience of divorce was so traumatic for them.
C) As they entered adulthood,almost all were optimistic,high achieving,and confident.
D) In the 10-15 years after the study,nearly half of the then-young adults reported difficulty in their romantic relationships.

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The finding from the research of Judith Wallerstein and colleagues on children of divorced parents is that in the 10-15 years after the study, nearly half of the then-young adults reported difficulty in their romantic relationships. Option A is incorrect because some children do experience emotional disturbance during and after their parents' divorce. Option B is incorrect because children of divorced parents may actually be more likely to get divorced when they marry due to the influence of their own parents' divorce. Option C is incorrect because many children of divorced parents experience difficulties and struggle with relationships and self-esteem as they enter adulthood.

Which of the Following Is a Finding from the Research