Children Ages Four to Six Who Had Higher Than Average

question 28

Multiple Choice

Children ages four to six who had higher than average screen times (time spent in front of television or computer) were

• A)better than their peers in social interactions.
• B)behind their peers in their socioemotional development.
• C)more likely to exhibit low activity levels into adolescence.
• D)were behind cognitively,but ahead physically in most measured categories.

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Definitions:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that the person feels driven to perform.

Fear Hierarchy

A list of fears, arranged from least to most intense, used in therapies such as systematic desensitization to help individuals overcome phobias and anxiety disorders.

Therapy Session

A structured period of time in which a patient works with a therapist to address psychological issues and work towards mental health goals.

Fearful Stimulus

Any object, event, or situation that elicits a fear response in an individual.