The Association Between Authoritative Parenting and the Social Competence of Children

question 296

Multiple Choice

The association between authoritative parenting and the social competence of children might result from an underlying third factor such as shared genes.This best reminds us that

• A) socially mature children evoke parental trust.
• B) imprinting occurs during a restricted critical period.
• C) we overestimate the value of secure attachments.
• D) correlation is not causation.

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Definitions:

Armed Conflict

A contest or struggle between armed forces, typically involving violence and the use of weapons, aiming to achieve political or territorial objectives.

Politically Distinct Groups

Groups identified by their specific political beliefs, ideologies, or affiliations, distinguishing them from other political entities.

Territory

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state; in animal behavior, a region defended by an animal or group of animals against others.

Civil War

An internal conflict within a country between factions or regions, often involving a struggle for power, autonomy, or ideological differences.