Friendships Can Buffer Children Against the Negative Effects of All

question 26

Multiple Choice

Friendships can buffer children against the negative effects of all of these EXCEPT:

• A) being victimized by peers.
• B) entering a new school.
• C) being socially isolated.
• D) having poor-quality relationships.

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