Studies Using Sameroff's Environmental Risk Scale Have Demonstrated That

question 66

Multiple Choice

Studies using Sameroff's environmental risk scale have demonstrated that

• A) the number of risks in a child's environment is a better predictor of IQ score than any single risk alone.
• B) an unemployed head of household is the strongest risk factor for low IQ.
• C) maternal anxiety is the strongest risk factor for low IQ.
• D) environmental risks have only short-term effects on children's intellectual development.

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Definitions:

Coronary Artery Disease

A heart condition characterized by the narrowing of the coronary arteries, leading to a reduced blood supply to the heart muscle.

Cardiovascular Disease

A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels, such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, and stroke, often related to a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries.

Stroke

A medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients.

Arteriosclerosis

A condition characterised by the thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity of the walls of arteries, leading to restricted blood flow.