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 chief enabler role?

a. Acting strong and competent and trying hard to take care of everything and everyone.
b. Being funny and entertaining in hopes of providing distractions from the problems.
c. Protecting the chemically dependent person and trying to smooth things over.
d. Creating problems and serving as the lightning rod for the family's emotions and conflict.

C