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SOARES, Laura Cristina Eiras Coelho. Half-siblings and stepsiblings: The blended siblinghood from the perspective of stepfathers/stepmothers. Nova perspect. sist. [online]. 2017, vol.26, n.57, pp. 103-115. ISSN 0104-7841.

This article is part of an investigation about remarried families. The main purpose was to discuss the blended siblinghood theme. The methodology used was based on a bibliographical survey and semi-structured interviews with stepparents. The results obtained on this theme were organized into three categories: the burden of having or not having children in their current relationship; the effects of childbearing half-siblings; and the difference or equality in the relationship between children and stepchildren. The birth of a child in their current relationship can impact the stepparent’s position in the family structure, creating a permanent bond with their stepchildren. The emphasis given by interviewees about not differentiating care from their children and stepchildren might hide the particular needs present in the family structure.

Palabras clave : psychology; brothers; family; stepfather; stepmother.

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