Jasper Was Physically Abused as a Child

question 25

Multiple Choice

Jasper was physically abused as a child.He is now a parent and is himself abusive toward his children.This illustrates the:

• A) abuse effect
• B) cycle of abuse
• C) ecological system of abuse
• D) pattern of abuse

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Definitions:

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