Which of the Following Are Typical Reasons Why Individuals or Couples

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are typical reasons why individuals or couples may seek genetic counseling? (Select all that apply.)

• A) A husband and wife are closely related and they wish to have children.
• B) A husband is 15 years older than his wife and they wish to have children.
• C) A person knows of a genetic disease in the family.
• D) A couple has given birth to a child with a genetic disease.
• E) A couple experiences difficulties in achieving a successful pregnancy.

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Definitions:

Dominant Cultural Perspective

The viewpoint of the majority or prevailing culture in a society, which often sets norms and standards that marginalize other perspectives.

Cultural Deficit Model

A controversial perspective that attributes the lower academic achievements of certain cultural groups to deficiencies in their cultural background.

Symbolic Curriculum

The classroom environment includes bulletin boards, school walls, trade books, and so on, ensuring that images portrayed represent student cultures found within.

Differentiated Parenting

Different ideas, viewpoints, and abilities to work with educators that exist among families.