Which of the Following Is an Example of a Distal

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a distal factor directly influencing child development?

• A) Exposure to asbestos is detrimental to child development and asbestos is more commonly found in older homes, which are more likely to be lived in by low-income individuals.
• B) Parents arguing over childcare issues are engaged in more hostile-coercive parenting, which in turn predicts the development of children's behavior problems.
• C) Parents with a genetic predisposition toward low empathy often pass this tendency on to their kids.
• D) The effects of parental psychotherapy on children's behavior depends on parents' socioeconomic status (SES).

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Definitions:

Diverse Cultures

A term referring to the wide range of cultural backgrounds, practices, values, and beliefs present within a population.

Natural Helping Systems

Informal networks of family, friends, and community members that offer support and assistance.

Minority Populations

Groups of people who are less in number compared to the majority group in a society, often characterized by differences in race, religion, ethnicity, or sexual orientation.

Conflicts and Problems

Situations where interests, needs, goals, or values of involved parties interfere with one another, often requiring resolution or management.