Which Best Describes Some of the Known Long-Term Effects of Child

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which best describes some of the known long-term effects of child abuse at young ages?

• A)Children abused at young ages can experience cognitive impairments and developmental delays that affect their readiness for school and impede their social interactions.
• B)Negative longer term effects are unknown.
• C)Children abused at young ages are generally quite resilient and only severe abuse and neglect causes long-term cognitive delays.
• D)Children abused at young ages often experience eating disorders as teens.

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