Which of the Following Coping Mechanisms Are Used by Children

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following coping mechanisms are used by children to cope with a serious illness?
1) Making a deal that allows a desire to be filled once the pain is endured
2) Limiting the number of people with whom they have close relationships
3) Taking a "be-brave-and-strong" stance
4) Regressing to behaviors that are less demanding

• A) 1, 2, and 3
• B) 1, 2, and 4
• C) 1, 3, and 4
• D) 2, 3, and 4

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Definitions:

Genes Influence

The impact that genetic makeup has on determining physical and behavioral traits in organisms.

Traits

Characteristics or attributes of an organism that are expressed by genes and/or influenced by the environment.

Genotypes

The genetic makeup of an organism, consisting of the alleles inherited from both parents that determine specific traits.

Genome

The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism, serving as its biological blueprint.