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The Pros And Cons Of Non-Traditional Families

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In light of society’s progressiveness and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community, many still hold the reservation that children raised by parents in this community are at a disadvantage. Notably, any family form that does not align with the nuclear family unit has faced criticism from traditionalists. Traditionalists argue that non-traditional families lack the inherent benefits that are provided in a nuclear family unit (Prickette, Martin-Storey, & Crosnoe, 2015). This belief has led many to believe that the sexual orientation of parents has an direct impact on the well-being of their children. Consequently, this belief has created the notion that children raised by parents who are not heterosexual are in danger developmentally, academically,
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