"Goodness of Fit" Implies That Parents Should Deal with Problems

question 72

Multiple Choice

"Goodness of fit" implies that parents should deal with problems of temperament by

• A) trying to change children's temperament to match their own.
• B) letting children's temperament create the family atmosphere and patterns.
• C) helping difficult children fit into the environment.
• D) helping children make some adaptations but essentially accepting their child's temperament.

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Definitions:

Empathic

Being empathic means having the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, an essential quality in many therapeutic and interpersonal relationships.

Authentic

Refers to qualities of genuineness and truthfulness in a person's character and actions.

Gender Role Expectations

Socially constructed norms dictating the behaviors, attitudes, and characteristics considered appropriate for individuals based on their perceived gender.

Depressed

A state characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities, often accompanied by other emotional and physical symptoms.