This writing assignment requires you to define and expand on the idea of fragile families based on the family's inability to handle stressful situations. The discussion of families functioning under stress, must follow the model of the "Phases in Family Functioning" presented in chapter twelve (p. 341ff.). Begin this discussion with a description and explanation of the ABC-X model of stress. Words that are important for this assignment include: disruptors, catalysts, union instability, and different types of abuse. You must also include how the ACE Pyramid (p. 339) provides a theoretical model explaining the impact of disruption and stress on the individual family members. Helpful terms include: sandwich generation, cycle of violence, non-accident trauma, and emotional and verbal abuse