Children in the U

question 50

Multiple Choice

Children in the U.S. who live in poverty are likely to experience which of the following?

• A) a steady diet of inexpensive, low-nutrient foods like white bread and fruit punch
• B) behavior problems because of malnutrition or rebellion against circumstances
• C) improved performance in school to try to escape the situation
• D) a and b
• E) a and c

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Definitions:

Panic Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by sudden and repeated episodes of intense fear and physical symptoms, such as chest pain and heart palpitations.

Freud

Refers to Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, known for his theories on the unconscious mind, sexuality, and dream analysis.

Rogers

Carl Rogers was an influential American psychologist and one of the founders of the humanistic approach to psychology.

Incongruence

The misalignment or gap between one's perceived self and the ideal self, leading to feelings of discomfort and anxiety.