Child Abuse Comes in Many Forms and May Be Classified

question 50

Multiple Choice

Child abuse comes in many forms and may be classified as physical, sexual, emotional and spiritual abuse. Tackling the issue of violence directed towards children has proven to be problematic in that

• A) it often involves multiple abuses by multiple perpetrators.
• B) it is often related to alcohol and drug abuse.
• C) it often is complicated by custody and access issues.
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

Depression

A psychological disorder characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and a range of emotional and physical problems.

Mania

A mental health condition characterized by periods of great excitement, euphoria, delusions, and overactivity.

Pessimistic Explanatory

A cognitive style where individuals tend to attribute negative events to stable, internal, and global causes, expecting future failures.

Global

Relating to or encompassing the whole world; worldwide in scope or application.