final pt 3

Question 1

Different types of family structures

Answer 1

1. two parent families (71%) - biological parents, stepparents, adopted family
2. single parent families (25%)
3. extended family (7%)

Question 2

Autonomy supportive parenting

Answer 2

supports independence, competence and social relationships

Question 3

Coregulation

Answer 3

• transitional form of supervision
• parents are letting kids gradually becoming more in charge with making decisions within their supervision
• ex: what do you want to do with your afternoon

Question 4

Is one family structure best?

Answer 4

• kids from nuclear family are at an advantage but likely more bc of family function not structure
• higher family income
• parental ‘alliance’ creates a more positive environment

Question 5

What are some short and long-term effects of divorce?

Answer 5

ST: instability, conflict, stress, drop in income, behavior problems to gain attention
LT: difficult temperaments (boys), trust/romantic relationships may be affected
- outcomes depend on child age, temperament and sex

Question 6

t/f: most kids never fully recover from a divorce

Answer 6

false - most kids recover 2 years post divorce

Question 7

How can you promote better adjustment for children after a divorce?

Answer 7

• EFFECTIVE PARENTING
• how well the parents shields and explains the child from conflict
• keep each parent involved

Question 8

Forms of child maltreatment

Answer 8

1. abuse: deliberate harm (physical, sexual, psychological)
2. neglect: inaction that leads to harm (physical, psychological)
   - 3x as common as abuse

Question 9

Reported vs substantiated maltreatment

Answer 9

R: authorities have been informed
S: reported case has been investigated/verified (1/3 of reported cases)

Question 10

Who is most vulnerable to abuse and neglect?

Answer 10

• youngest children (0-1), difficult temperament, stress in family, addiction
• mostly neglect bc they can’t speak up for themselves

Question 11

What are physical, psychological, and behavioral consequences of maltreatment?

Answer 11

PHY: health, injuries, stress disrupts bran development
PSY: isolation, lack of stimulation, attachment difficulties
BEH: self-regulation difficulties, poor social skills, depression

Question 12

What are some warning signs of maltreatment?

Answer 12

repeated injuries, play with violent themes, ongoing physical complaints (headaches), impulsive reactions, frequent absences

Question 13

What are some prevention and treatment options for maltreatment?

Answer 13

1. primary prevention: prevent BEFORE risk occurs (stable neighborhoods, income quality)
2. secondary: reduce impact of risk/injury that has already occurred (home visits, high-quality child care)
3. tertiary: reduce impact of injury that could have lasting effects (remove child from home)