In Werner's Kauai Study, Among Children Who Were Born with Prenatal

question 79

Multiple Choice

In Werner's Kauai study, among children who were born with prenatal or birth complications and adverse family circumstances:

• A) 100% developed into young adults with serious problems.
• B) about one-third demonstrated significant resilience, developing into typical young adults.
• C) approximately 15% developed serious problems as young adults.
• D) about two-thirds demonstrated some resilience with extra help from the school system.

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Definitions:

Mild Neuroses

Less severe forms of neurotic disorders that involve chronic distress but do not impede the ability to function in daily life.

Adjustment Disorders

Emotional or behavioral responses to identifiable stressors, occurring within three months of the stressor and causing significant impairment.

Reality Therapist

A therapist who uses reality therapy, a method focused on helping clients choose more effective behaviors to satisfy their needs.

Value Judgments

Value Judgments are assessments or opinions formed about something's worth or importance, often based on personal values, beliefs, or cultural standards.