Which of the following statements summarizes the long-term consequences of birth complications found in Emmy Werner's Kauai study?
A) Children who experienced birth trauma never fully acquired the same levels of cognitive development as the control group children.
B) As long as birth injuries are not overwhelming, a supportive home environment can restore children's growth.
C) Even children who experienced severe birth trauma eventually tested as well on measures of intelligence as those with no birth problems.
D) None of the children from troubled family environments achieved at the rate of their control group peers.

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According to Emmy Werner's Kauai study, children who experienced birth complications can still thrive and grow if they have a supportive home environment. While there may be some long-term consequences, they are not insurmountable and can be mitigated by positive social and environmental factors. Hence, option B is the correct summary of the study's findings.

Which of the Following Statements Summarizes the Long-Term Consequences of Birth