When there is a problem with alcohol/substance abuse in the family, many children learn certain roles as a means of coping. What is the distractor role?

a. Being quiet and acting good so as to not contribute to the family's problems.
b. Making excuses and covering things up.
c. Being funny or entertaining to divert attention away from the family's problems.
d. Creating problems and serving as the lightning rod for the family's emotions and conflict.

C

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