In Addressing the Debate Regarding Children's Memories of Sexual Abuse

question 261

Multiple Choice

In addressing the debate regarding children's memories of sexual abuse, it has become clear that:

• A) preschoolers' memories should not be trusted because they confuse fantasy with reality.
• B) children's memories should not be trusted because children say whatever adults expect.
• C) preschoolers are more vulnerable to suggestive questions than are school-aged children.
• D) children do not lie about or misremember traumatic experiences, such as sexual abuse.

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