Question 1

At the present time,researchers know little about the factors that might promote this resilience;however,research shows that the ________ reactions to the war experience do have an impact on the childís level of distress.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that a mother's reactions to stressful experiences, such as war, can significantly influence a child's emotional and psychological response, impacting their level of distress.

Question 2

Gangs in the United States are estimated to number nearly

Accepted Answer

Gangs in the United States are estimated to number nearly 28,000, reflecting the widespread issue of gang activity across various communities and cities.

Question 3

One year post exposure to war events,the symptoms of PTSD

Accepted Answer

One year post exposure to war events, the symptoms of PTSD typically decline as individuals begin to recover and adapt, although this can vary based on individual circumstances and the severity of the trauma.

Question 4

As a result of a court order implemented to desegregate Chicago several decades ago,parents with children were provided vouchers that allowed them to

Accepted Answer

The court order to desegregate Chicago allowed parents with children to use vouchers to relocate to other neighborhoods, aiming to desegregate the city by encouraging more diverse residential patterns.

Question 5

The benefits of moving from a high- to low-poverty neighborhood were especially great for

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that when families move from high-poverty to low-poverty neighborhoods, the benefits are especially significant for adolescent boys. These benefits include higher rates of high school graduation, lower rates of incarceration, and better mental health outcomes.

Question 6

Thirty-three months after Hurricane Katrina devastated the New Orleans area,nearly ________ percent of fourth- through sixth-graders still reported moderate to severe symptoms of PTSD.

Accepted Answer

According to the information given in the sentence, nearly 50 percent of fourth- through sixth-graders still reported moderate to severe symptoms of PTSD 33 months after Hurricane Katrina devastated the New Orleans area.

Question 7

Jenna lives in an affluent community.She has highly over-scheduled days and feels very little emotional connection to her parents.She is at a ________ risk for serious social and emotional problems.

Accepted Answer

Jenna's highly over-scheduled days and lack of emotional connection with her parents put her at a high risk for serious social and emotional problems.

Question 8

Harry's family is amongst the 10 percent of families most deprived living in England.He is likely to be exposed to significantly high levels of

Accepted Answer

Living in areas of high deprivation often correlates with increased exposure to environmental pollutants due to factors such as proximity to industrial sites, lower standards of housing, and less access to clean environments.

Question 9

Leventhal and Brooks-Gunn's pathways by which neighborhoods can have an impact include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Leventhal and Brooks-Gunn's pathways include the impact of parenting styles, institutional resources, and supervision offerings to reduce risks. However, the temperament styles of children are not mentioned as a pathway for neighborhood impact.

Question 10

In the Ney York City/HUD study,parents believed their children's academic improvement stemmed from improved school ________ in the low-poverty neighborhoods.

Accepted Answer

The parents believed that their children's academic improvement came from improved safety in the low-poverty neighborhoods. This suggests that safety is a key factor in creating a positive learning environment and promoting academic success. The study did not focus on population or size of the school, and while curriculum may play a role in academic improvement, it was not specifically mentioned in relation to the low-poverty neighborhoods.

Question 11

All of the following are risk factors for children living in higher-income homes except

Accepted Answer

All of the listed factors (depression, anxiety, drug abuse) are actually risk factors for children living in higher-income homes, so none of them can be excluded as an exception. Therefore, the correct answer is D, which is "all of these" (meaning that all of the listed factors are actually risk factors for children living in higher-income homes).

Question 12

Research involving identical twins growing up in a range of communities suggests that neighborhood differences account for about________ percent of the variability associated with their mental health.

Accepted Answer

Research involving identical twins has shown that neighborhood differences account for about 5 percent of the variability in their mental health outcomes. This suggests that while genetics and family environment play significant roles, the neighborhood environment also has a measurable impact on mental health.

Question 13

As the result of wars and conflicts between 1990 and 2000,perhaps as many as ________ million children lost their lives.

Accepted Answer

Between 1990 and 2000, it is estimated that approximately 2 million children lost their lives due to wars and conflicts.

Question 14

All of the following are risk factors for children living in low-income homes except

Accepted Answer

Crowding, poor housing quality, and high noise levels are all risk factors associated with low-income homes. However, briefness of poverty is not necessarily a risk factor as it implies the poverty is not a long-term issue, which may have less impact on a child's well-being compared to long-term poverty.

Question 15

Children in low-income families are less likely to participate in all of the following except

Accepted Answer

The answer of Children in low-income families are less likely...

Question 16

Six months following the destruction of the World Trade Center in New York City on September 11,2001,about ________ percent of the city's children reported one or more probable anxiety or depressive disorders.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that approximately 30% of New York City's children reported one or more probable anxiety or depressive disorders six months after the September 11 attacks, highlighting the significant psychological impact of the event on young individuals.

Question 17

Of children who experience and survive war in their neighborhoods,________ have been reported to display posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that a substantial number of children who experience and survive war in their neighborhoods display symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD can have long-term mental health effects on children, including anxiety, depression, and difficulties with daily functioning.

Question 18

________ refers to the willingness of residents to intervene or establish alternatives to promote the values and goals of the community.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ refers to the willingness of residents...

Question 19

________,violence puts youth at risk for posttraumatic stress disorder,depression,anxiety,and substance abuse.

Accepted Answer

Violence, regardless of the source of exposure, can have negative effects on youth's mental health including increased risk of posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.

Question 20

In New York City,the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development randomly assigned predominantly minority families to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's initiatives in New York City have included various programs that aimed to improve living conditions for predominantly minority families. These programs have encompassed options such as assigning families to private housing in low-poverty areas, allowing them to choose neighborhoods (which could lead to more diverse options including those not characterized by low income), and placing them in public housing projects that, while still in low-income areas, were part of efforts to provide safer and more stable environments. Therefore, all of these choices reflect aspects of the department's efforts to address housing inequalities.

Quiz 16: Beyond Family and Peers