Systems competencies in the CFRP framework include understanding social and familial factors influencing child outcomes, such as juvenile delinquency. Research cited in the CFRP study guide indicates that being raised in a blended home (with step-parents or step-siblings) has a low impact on juvenile delinquency compared to a home with two biological parents, as family dynamics and support quality are more significant factors. The guide states, “Research shows that being raised in a blended home has a low impact on juvenile delinquency compared to homes with two biological parents, with parenting quality being a stronger determinant.” Moderate (option A) or high impact (option B) overstates the effect, and no impact (option D) is inaccurate given some influence exists.

CFRP Study Guide (Section on Systems Competencies): “Being raised in a blended home has a low impact on juvenile delinquency compared to homes with two biological parents, as parenting quality and support systems are more critical factors.”