Higher Incidence of Conditions Associated with Poor Nutrition, Trauma, Drugs

question 12

Multiple Choice

Higher incidence of conditions associated with poor nutrition, trauma, drugs, burns, mental illness, and HIV are being seen in which population?

• A) Children living in poverty
• B) Adults living in poverty
• C) Elderly living in poverty
• D) Abused women living in poverty

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Definitions:

Psychosocial Development

A theory that describes the stages an individual goes through in the development of personality, emotions, and social relationships.

Cognitive Development

The process of growth and change in intellectual capabilities such as thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving that occurs from infancy to adulthood.

Erikson

A psychologist known for his theory on psychosocial development across the lifespan.

Delay of Gratification

The ability to resist the temptation for an immediate reward and wait for a later, often larger or more satisfying reward.