Compared with Children in Divorced,single-Parent Families,blended Families,or Foster Families,children Reared

question 34

Multiple Choice

Compared with children in divorced,single-parent families,blended families,or foster families,children reared by grandparents __________.

• A) fare better in adjustment
• B) are often spoiled and selfish
• C) are more susceptible to physical illness
• D) are more likely to have behavior problems in school

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Definitions:

Chronic Abuse

Repeated and prolonged exposure to situations where there is harm or maltreatment, which can lead to long-term psychological and physical health problems.

Gene Variation

Differences in the DNA sequence among individuals, contributing to the genetic diversity of organisms.

Depression

A mood disorder causing a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest, affecting an individual's thoughts, behavior, feelings, and sense of well-being.

Stress Hormones

Chemical substances released into the body in response to perceived threats, playing a key role in the fight or flight response, such as cortisol and adrenaline.