To Circumvent the Vagueness of the Best Interests of the Child

question 12

Multiple Choice

To circumvent the vagueness of the best interests of the child standard, many states have adopted:

• A) the joint legal custody standard.
• B) preferred custody arrangements.
• C) the primary caretaker rule.
• D) approximation rules.

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Definitions:

Repression

A defense mechanism where unpleasant thoughts or desires are unconsciously excluded from the conscious mind.

Suppression

Consciously or unconsciously avoiding or holding back thoughts and feelings perceived as unacceptable.

Nonconscious Process

Mental processes that occur outside of human awareness, influencing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without conscious recognition.

Unconscious Process

Cognitive processes that occur without conscious perception, impacting emotions, thoughts, and actions.