Which of the Following Has Been Linked to Childhood Poverty

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been linked to childhood poverty (Fields and Smith 1998) ?

• A) school failure
• B) bi-polar depression
• C) smoking
• D) marginalization

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Definitions:

Signaling Molecule

A chemical substance, such as a hormone or neurotransmitter, that is involved in transmitting information between cells and tissues within an organism.

Receptor

A molecular structure within or on the surface of a cell that binds to specific molecules like hormones or neurotransmitters, triggering a specific cellular response.

Histamine

Substance released from mast cells that causes inflammation.

Allergic Reaction

An immune system response to a foreign substance that is not typically harmful to the body, such as pollen or certain foods.