The Principle of ______ Later Became Central to the Development

question 40

Multiple Choice

The principle of ______ later became central to the development of the juvenile court in America and today generally refers to the fact that the state (government) has ultimate parental authority over juveniles in need of protection or guidance.

• A) in loco parentis
• B) lex talionis
• C) parens patriae
• D) mens rea

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Definitions:

Interpersonal Deficits

Difficulties in forming and maintaining relationships with others, often associated with various mental health disorders.

Couple Therapy

A therapy format in which the therapist works with two people who share a long-term relationship.

Individual Therapy

A therapeutic approach in which a therapist sees a client alone for sessions that may last from 15 minutes to 2 hours.

Relationship Conflicts

Disputes or disagreements between individuals in a relationship, which can be interpersonal or intimate, often requiring communication and problem-solving skills to resolve.