Flinn's Study of Children's Cortisol Levels Based on Household Composition

question 35

Multiple Choice

Flinn's study of children's cortisol levels based on household composition revealed that children living with which of the following family units possessed the highest cortisol levels?

• A)nuclear family with father absent over half the time
• B)stepfather and half-siblings present
• C)stepfather
• D)single mother with other kin present

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Definitions:

Lack of Autonomy

Describes a situation in which individuals have little to no control or independence in their work or decision-making processes.

Participation

The act of taking part in an activity or event, often implying active involvement or engagement.

Hierarchical Thinking

A cognitive process that involves organizing concepts or systems in a structured order of ranking or levels of importance.

Deferring Responsibility

The act of postponing or shifting duties and tasks onto someone else, often to avoid accountability.