In Addressing the Debate Regarding Children's Memories of Sexual Abuse

question 215

Multiple Choice

In addressing the debate regarding children's memories of sexual abuse, it has become clear that:

• A) children's memories cannot ever be trusted because children will always say whatever adults expect.
• B) it is important to repeatedly question a child who denies sexual abuse, because there is a good chance they have repressed the event.
• C) preschoolers are more vulnerable to suggestive questions than are school-aged children.
• D) children do not lie about or misremember traumatic experiences, such as sexual abuse.

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