Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Childhood Illnesses

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of childhood illnesses?

• A) They decrease in occurrence as children get older.
• B) They can be life-threatening.
• C) They vary in frequency by racial and ethnic background.
• D) They vary according to sleep and exercise routines.

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Definitions:

Fears

Unpleasant emotions caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat.

Scapegoat Theory

A theory that suggests individuals or groups are unfairly blamed for problems that they did not cause, serving as a mechanism for others to redirect frustration and aggression.

Racial Conflicts

Disagreements, tensions, and hostilities between racial groups, often fueled by systemic racism, prejudices, and historical grievances.

Robbers Cave Experiment

A classic social psychology experiment that showed how group conflict could be induced and then overcome by requiring the groups to cooperate on tasks to achieve common goals.