The Text Points Out That Children Who Are Physically Abused

question 12

Multiple Choice

The text points out that children who are physically abused have:

• A)lower levels of aggression.
• B)above-average intellectual and academic development.
• C)little difficulty in forming meaningful intimate relationships.
• D)behavior problems at home and at school.

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Definitions:

Critical Periods

Specific times in an organism's development when it is particularly sensitive to certain environmental stimuli, which shape future behaviors and abilities.

Physical Contact

The act of touching or being in close proximity to another person or object, which can have psychological and emotional effects.

Mother-Infant Attachment

The emotional bond that forms between a newborn and their primary caregiver, pivotal for the child’s social and emotional development.

Breast-Feed

The act of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother's breasts, providing essential nutrients and antibodies.