Which of the Following Developmental Outcomes Would Be Illustrative of the Concept

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following developmental outcomes would be illustrative of the concept of vulnerability?

• A)Very low IQ scores are more common among children who were born with a low birth weight and who are reared in highly stressed,uninvolved families.
• B)Normal birth weight infants born into upper socioeconomic status families invariably have superior levels of intelligence.
• C)Children born into caring,facilitative families rarely have sufficient protective factors to overcome or offset all vulnerabilities that might potentially affect their development.
• D)Positive developmental outcome is possible only for children with few vulnerabilities and many protective factors.

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Definitions:

Young Adults

Individuals in late adolescence to early adulthood, approximately aged 18 to 25, experiencing significant life transitions and development.

Raise Children

The process of promoting and supporting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of a child from infancy to adulthood.

Parenthood

The state or experience of being a parent, encompassing the responsibilities, joys, challenges, and emotional dynamics of raising children.

Freedom

The ability or authority to behave, communicate, or think freely without any limitations or controls.