Many States Have Laws Requiring Reports of Suspected Abuse of All

question 3

Multiple Choice

Many states have laws requiring reports of suspected abuse of all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) children.
• B) elderly persons.
• C) incompetent persons.
• D) abused spouses or domestic partners.
• E) developmentally disabled persons.

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Definitions:

Two-Factor Theory

A psychological theory suggesting emotions are based on physiological arousal and cognitive labeling.

Cognitive Appraisal

The process of evaluating a situation in terms of its relevance to one's well-being and determining the appropriate reaction.

Physiological Arousal

Refers to the physical responses of the body, such as increased heart rate and sweating, that accompany emotions and cognitive states.

Emotional Preference

A term indicating an individual's tendency to favor decisions or reactions based on emotions rather than rational analysis.