Which of the Following Is a Direct Effect of Marital

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a direct effect of marital conflict on child development?

• A)The stress of watching parents fight puts children on edge emotionally.
• B)Parents who are fighting pay less attention to their children.
• C)A child whose parents are stressed and unhappy is less sensitive and warm.
• D)When parents are arguing, it redirects their energy away from the kids.

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