Question 1

For a number of years Agnes has consumed large amounts of alcohol. When she became pregnant, she did not alter her drinking habits. Her physician suspected she was a heavy drinker and warned her to stop. During their discussion, the physician pointed out that Agnes has increased the risk her child will develop which of the following problems?

Accepted Answer

Consuming large amounts of alcohol during pregnancy can increase the risk of the child developing hyperactivity or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Autism, depression, and schizophrenia are not typically associated with maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Question 2

Which of the following are characteristics of parents who abuse their children?

Accepted Answer

According to research, parents who abuse their children are often impulsive and immature, which can lead to poor decision-making and difficulty coping with stress.

Question 3

Which of the following characterizes the family histories of parents who abuse their children?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that parents who abuse their children often have a history of experiencing abuse themselves as children. This cycle of abuse can continue from generation to generation unless interventions are made to break the pattern. Choices A, B, and D are not necessarily characteristic of parents who abuse their children.

Question 4

Which of the following characterizes the parenting practices of abusive parents?

Accepted Answer

Psychological damage from abusive parenting practices can often be observed immediately, as it can manifest in the child's behavior, emotional state, and mental health.

Question 5

A psychologist was asked by the mental health department to create a program for abusive parents. After reviewing the literature on effective programs, what is she likely to include in the program she designs?

Accepted Answer

The most effective programs for abusive parents involve behavioral training in impulse control, as this addresses the root cause of the abusive behavior by teaching the parent to manage their own impulses and reactions. Existential therapy and systematic desensitization are not typically used in programs for abusive parents, and while group assertiveness training may be useful in other contexts, it may not be effective in addressing the specific issues surrounding abusive behavior.

Question 6

What is the primary focus of Parents Anonymous?

Accepted Answer

The primary focus of Parents Anonymous is to help abusive parents and prevent child abuse.

Question 7

A group of citizens met recently because they were alarmed by the high rate of child abuse in their community. They invited an expert on child abuse prevention programs to outline some of the methods that could be used to reduce child abuse. Which of the following items is most likely to be on the list of techniques to be used in the prevention efforts?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A group of citizens met recently because...

Question 8

Approximately what percentage of women who are murdered in the U.S. are killed by a husband, ex-husband, or suitor?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

The state Department of Corrections and the Department of Mental Health are collaborating on a survey to determine the number of women who are killed by a husband, ex-husband, or suitor. They sampled 1,000 cases of murder of a woman. Based on past research, approximately what number would you expect
 to have been killed by a husband, ex-husband, or suitor?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The state Department of Corrections and the...

Question 10

Which of these is a contributing factor to spouse abuse and murder?

Accepted Answer

The cultural acceptance of male dominance can contribute to the belief that a man has the right to control his partner and use violence to maintain dominance. This can escalate to physical abuse and in extreme cases, murder. Changing sex roles, genetic abnormalities, and false reports of abuse may not necessarily lead to spouse abuse and murder.

Question 11

Compared to other husbands, husbands who abuse their wives are more likely to have

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a secondary prevention program for spouse abuse?

Accepted Answer

Marital counseling to reduce discord is an example of secondary prevention, aiming to address and mitigate the problem (in this case, spouse abuse) after it has been identified but before it becomes more severe or entrenched.

Question 13

Premarital counseling designed to reduce spouse abuse is an example of

Accepted Answer

Premarital counseling designed to reduce spouse abuse falls under primary prevention, which aims to prevent the onset of problems or risk factors before they occur. In this case, the counseling is intended to prevent abuse from happening in the first place by identifying and addressing potential risk factors or issues within the relationship early on.

Question 14

Compared to other children, which of the following is more likely to occur among children of divorced parents?

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that children of divorced parents are more likely to experience emotional and behavioral problems and are more likely to receive mental health services compared to children of intact families. While divorce may increase the risk of certain negative outcomes, such as developing mental illnesses like schizophrenia or engaging in abusive behaviors, these outcomes are not necessarily more likely to occur among children of divorced parents as a whole.

Question 15

Which of the following is an important guideline for helping children to adjust to a divorce?

Accepted Answer

It is important for children to understand the reasons for the divorce so that they don't blame themselves and can process their emotions in a healthy way.

Question 16

What are some of the techniques that can be used to teach parents to be effective behavior-change agents for their children and help to develop their social and cognitive skills?

Accepted Answer

Modeling and reinforcement techniques can be used to teach parents how to effectively reinforce positive behaviors and model appropriate social and cognitive skills for their children. Milieu therapy and implosive therapy are not typically used in parent training, and cognitive restructuring and group therapy may be more appropriate for individual or group therapy with the child themselves. Existential therapy and aversive conditioning would not be appropriate for teaching parents to be behavior-change agents.

Question 17

For many years, family members have been considered causal agents for the mental illnesses of other family members. How has this view changed?

Accepted Answer

The view that family members are causal agents for mental illness has shifted to see them as stressors that can exacerbate symptoms or trigger the onset of mental illness. This perspective recognizes the importance of developing coping skills and support within the family.

Question 18

Jake has been identified as at risk for dropping out of school. What would be most helpful in preventing his dropout?

Accepted Answer

Setting high but realistic expectations for achievement can help motivate Jake and provide a clear path for success. Placing him in larger classes or moving him to a new school may increase feelings of isolation and hinder academic progress. Not singling him out as needing help could lead to his needs being overlooked and not addressed.

Question 19

A group of social workers is monitoring programs in several poor neighborhoods. The data they have collected indicates that the neighborhood they are working in at the current time has a high degree of "collective efficacy." What might they expect to find in this neighborhood based on this information?

Accepted Answer

Collective efficacy refers to the ability of a community to work together to achieve common goals, such as maintaining public safety and order. In a neighborhood with high collective efficacy, residents are more likely to take action (such as disciplining children for missing school) to ensure that community norms and values are upheld. This behavior can help maintain a sense of order and prevent crime.

Question 20

Jack's neighborhood is described as trusting, sharing common values, and cohesive. Which term would researchers use to describe this set of characteristics?

Accepted Answer

Collective efficacy is defined as "the capacity of a neighborhood to act collectively to achieve shared goals, including maintaining public order and addressing local problems." Jack's neighborhood fits this description with its trust, shared values, and sense of cohesion.

Quiz 17: Societys Response to Maladaptive Behavior