Subscale Breakdown
In addition to providing a Total Score, the Blended Family-Child-Adaptation and Well-Being Scale (BF-Child-AWBS-24) explores four key areas of a child’s adjustment to blended family life: Relationship with Biological Parent, Relationship with Stepparent, Family Identity & Cohesion, and Emotional Security & Adaptation.
1. Relationship with Biological Parent
Your Score: {communicationampamp}
6–13: Severe Strain – You may feel misunderstood, distant, or disconnected from your biological parent, with communication or emotional support being limited.
14–22: Moderate Strain – While some positive communication may exist, you might still struggle to feel truly understood or supported by your biological parent.
23–30: Mild Strain – You likely share a close, supportive, and open relationship with your biological parent, with frequent meaningful communication and emotional connection.
2. Relationship with Stepparent
Your Score: {stepparentRelationship}
6–13: Severe Strain – You may feel uncomfortable or distant from your stepparent, with limited communication or difficulty building a trusting relationship.
14–22: Moderate Strain – Some positive interactions may exist, but emotional closeness or trust might still be a work in progress with your stepparent.
23–30: Mild Strain – You and your stepparent likely have a strong and positive relationship, characterized by mutual respect, open communication, and emotional support.
3. Family Identity & Cohesion
Your Score: {familyCohesion}
6–13: Severe Strain – You might feel excluded or disconnected from the family, struggling to see yourself as part of the blended unit, and experiencing tension or conflict.
14–22: Moderate Strain – You may feel partially included, but there may still be moments of exclusion or uncertainty about your role and place within the family.
23–30: Mild Strain – You likely feel a strong sense of belonging and connection with your blended family, enjoying quality time together and feeling supported by family members.
4. Emotional Security & Adaptation
Your Score: {emotionalSecurity}
6–13: Severe Strain – You may feel unsafe or stressed at home, with emotional conflicts or a lack of support during tough times.
14–22: Moderate Strain – While you might generally feel safe, you may still experience stress or anxiety about family changes or conflicts that impact your emotional well-being.
23–30: Mild Strain – You likely feel secure and supported at home, with your family helping you through tough times and providing emotional stability.
Next Steps
Reflect on Your Results:
Look at the subscales where you scored the lowest—these areas may need more attention. Whether it's improving communication with your biological parent or stepparent, or working on feeling more connected to your family, focusing on these areas can improve your overall well-being.
Consider Support:
Navigating blended family life can be tough, and it’s okay to ask for help. Therapy can support you in improving relationships with your biological parent, stepparent, or other family members. It can also help you develop better ways to communicate and feel more emotionally secure.
Track Your Progress:
Family dynamics evolve, and your relationships may shift as time goes on. Consider retaking this assessment after focusing on key areas to measure your growth, or whenever significant family changes happen, to track your emotional well-being and adaptation.