Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes the Effects of Divorce

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best characterizes the effects of divorce on children?

• A)There are short-term negative effects, which mostly disappear after 2-3 years.
• B)There are short-term negative effects, which mostly disappear after 5-7 years.
• C)Children whose parents divorce are more likely to become pregnant or impregnate someone, drop out of school, use alcohol or drugs, and suffer from depression.
• D)Almost all of the negative outcomes associated with divorce disappear after controlling for such factors as race, sex, and mother's level of education.
• E)Marital conflict appears to erode children's emotional bonds with their fathers, whereas divorce and marital conflict erode children's emotional bonds with mothers.

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