Abstract
ABSTRACT Stepfamilies are one of the most common familial structures in the United States. The present research sought to examine the experiences of stepparents, specifically stepmothers, as one window into stepfamily functioning. Researchers theorize that the role of being a stepmother is poorly defined within American society compared to other social roles and that this lack of definition is a source of distress for stepparents. In a study of stepmothers (N = 152), the current research found robust associations between greater clarity within the role of being a stepmother, greater overall identity clarity, and greater personal and relational well-being. Additional exploratory analyses examined demographic predictors or role clarity, as well as demographic moderators of our key effects.
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