Final Flashcards
A pattern of behavior that impairs a child’s emotional development or sense of self-worth is:
X Neglect
According to lecture, all of the following poverty-related variables may impact child development outcomes EXCEPT
Number of Siblings
Of the below options, infants and toddlers learn most effectively from
Real-life interactions with other people.
A type of stress that results from a relatively rare occurrence that may overwhelm the individual
Non-normative Stress
Among parents who had been abused as children
about 30% perpetuate the cycle and become abusive parents.
What are the disadvantages of unstructured time?
- An increase in the likelihood of criminal behavior
- An increase in teen sexuality and pregnancy
- An increase in drug and alcohol use
According to lecture, poverty guidelines specify:
when a family is considered to be living in poverty.
Looking at the quality of the relationship that a teen has with an important non-parental adult in their life, research has found that these relationships are
A Unique sort of support, rather than a substitute for the teen’s relationship with parents
The highest rate of child abuse is among which group?
Infants & toddlers 3 or younger.
In order for structured activities for adolescents to be effective in reducing deviant behavior, it is important that
The activities occur After School when teens would otherwise be hanging out with friends doing hood rat things outside of adult supervision.
Brown, Nobiling, Teufel, and Birch (2011) assessed adolescents’ perception of discretionary activities, overscheduling, and stress. When asked “what would you do with more time?”, a large majority of adolescents reported they would
Hangout with friends.
Mandated reporters are individuals who:
are required to report suspected abuse
According to the readings, child poverty is associated with all of the following EXCEPT
fewer friends
Research that has evaluated formal mentoring programs has found that
In many cases, the programs have only a small effect.
Negative attitudes toward a particular racial group are
discriminatory actions.
racism.
prejudices.
stereotypes
Prejudices.
A distal influence on creating a nurturing environment includes:
Neighborhood Decay
According to the lecture, sexting could be an issue for teens for what reasons-
- 17% of sexters share the messages with other people
- Photos & videos leave a digital footprint
- Underage sexting is punishable under child pornography laws
Which of the following matches the eating disorder with the description of the typical weight of individuals with the disorder: Significantly underweight
Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge-eating disorder
Bulimarexia
Anorexia Nervosa
Which of the following matches the eating disorder with the description of the typical weight of individuals with the disorder: Overweight or obese
Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge-eating disorder
Bulimarexia
Binge-eating disorder
___________ is a pervasive system of advantage and disadvantage based on race.
A stereotype
Racism
Prejudice
Discrimination
Racism
Just having the television on, even if children aren’t watching it, can disrupt children’s play.
True
False
Truuu
When we look at the characteristics that place a child at an increased risk of becoming a victim of maltreatment, we find that
Younger children are at a great risk.
One advantage of adolescents having some unstructured time with peers is that it
Allows them to develop an identity separate from their parents.
What are the socio-cultural factors influencing development of eating disorders?
Being thin = beautiful
Media
Availability of food
For 86% of individuals, the age of onset for eating disorders occurs by the age of _________
20 years old
Compared to other industrialized nations, the United States has one of the ___________ child poverty rates.
Highest
In 2009, child poverty rates were above 30% for which races?
- Native American
- Black
- Hispanic
What are 3 of the 4 types of Neglect?
- Physical
- Medical
- Emotional
Having a natural mentor during adolescence has been associated with
A reduced risk of problem behaviors.
Sexual abuse occurs in families from all ethnic and racial backgrounds and at all socioeconomic levels.
True
False
True
A person is classified as underweight if their BMI is less than _______
18.5
On average, how many children in the United States die each day due to abuse or neglect?
4
The research on the association between television viewing and obesity has found that
Children who spend more time watching television spend less time engaged in physical activity.
Poverty has the most damaging effects on children who
experience poverty in early childhood.
experience poverty in middle childhood.
experience poverty during adolescence.
move into and out of poverty.
Experience Poverty in Early Childhood
Failure to meet a child’s basic needs for food, clothing, housing, and education is the definition of
Neglect
Children born of individuals who were developing in their mother’s womb during China’s 1958 famine are more likely to (students: the focus here is on the third generation):
Xdevelop
Xmalnourished
XPrego
Osteoporosis, brittle hair and nails, and dry skin are associated with which disorder?
Anorexia nervosa
Which of the following statements about organized activities is true?
Many children spend 20 hours a week or more in organized activities.
Three-quarters of all American children do not participate in any organized activities.
Relatively few children appear to be overscheduled with organized activities.
Younger children are more likely to be overscheduled than adolescents.
X 20+
X more likely
X 3/4
Bob over-exercises and is constantly concerned about making sure he stays lean and muscular. He is among other men in the United States who:
live an ideal lifestyle
have an eating disorder
are a role model for others
have a personality disorder
Have an Eating Disorder
Two evidence-based therapies for eating disorders are:
Cognitive & Dialectical behavior therapy
Which of the following matches the eating disorder with the description of the typical weight of individuals with the disorder:
- Weight varies; usually normal weight or overweight
Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge-eating disorder
Bulimarexia
Bulimia Nervosa
Under which circumstance, does educational television appear to have a positive effect?
A positive effect on learning for children older than 2
There is a _____________ between heavy use of media (including entertainment TV and video games) and school performance.
Negative Correlation
For individuals with bulimia nervosa, complications from vomiting over time may be “chipmunk cheeks,” which consists of swollen _______
Salivary Glands
Results of correlational studies suggest
The developing brain is Vulnerable to the chronic Stress of Poverty.
