Question 1

Latino families tend to rely on ______ to control and discipline their children.

Accepted Answer

Latino families, like many other cultural groups, may use physical punishment as a traditional method for disciplining children, although practices can vary widely among individuals and families.

Question 2

Steinberg (2001) notes that many teens seem to recover quickly from quarrels, while _________ see the conflicts as much more meaningful and involving more important issues.

Accepted Answer

Parents often perceive conflicts with their teenage children as more significant and involving important issues, compared to the teens themselves who may recover quickly from such quarrels.

Question 3

Several studies provide support for the idea that adolescents who experience ___________ conflict with parents perform better in school and have fewer overall adjustment difficulties.

Accepted Answer

Moderate levels of conflict can promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills, leading to better school performance and fewer adjustment difficulties.

Question 4

Which parenting style has been found to have the best outcomes for parent-adolescent relationships?

Accepted Answer

The authoritative parenting style is associated with the best outcomes for parent-adolescent relationships, as it combines high responsiveness with high demands, fostering a supportive and structured environment.

Question 5

Which teen will have the most positive outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Bobby's parents have a balanced approach, which is associated with positive outcomes in teens, including better social skills and emotional regulation.

Question 6

Which style of parenting during adolescence has been found to relate to a number of positive social, cognitive, and behavioral outcomes?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Sixteen-year-old Alison watches the news every night with her mom. She loves that her mom always asks what her opinion is and seems to understand that Alison has different opinions from her own. Alison's mother is exhibiting which parenting technique?

Accepted Answer

Alison's mother is exhibiting psychological autonomy granting by encouraging Alison to express her own opinions and respecting her individuality, which is a key aspect of this parenting technique.

Question 8

Which of the following statements regarding the outcomes for adopted children and adolescents is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Research does not consistently show that adopted girls have more difficulties adjusting to their new families than boys. Adjustment issues can vary widely among individuals regardless of gender.

Question 9

Which of the following is true of children in transracial adoptions, in comparison to children adopted by same-race parents?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that children in transracial adoptions generally develop a similar sense of racial self-identity as those adopted by same-race parents, although they may face unique challenges related to racial identity development.

Question 10

According to research, which adopted individuals will have the most positive outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Younger children tend to have more positive outcomes in adoption than older children.

Question 11

Researchers estimate that anywhere from 1 to _________ million children and adolescents in the United States have lesbian or gay parents.

Accepted Answer

Researchers estimate that between 1 to 14 million children and adolescents in the United States have lesbian or gay parents.

Question 12

Which of the following statements concerning children of gay and lesbian parents is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that children of gay and lesbian parents are not more likely to have a homosexual orientation than children raised by heterosexual parents.

Question 13

In which of the following measures are children of gay or lesbian parents like children of heterosexual parents?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that children of gay or lesbian parents are similar to children of heterosexual parents in areas such as activity preferences, social skills, and occupational goals.

Question 14

The majority of children who have gay or lesbian parents were

Accepted Answer

Most children with gay or lesbian parents were born while their biological parents were in heterosexual marriages before coming out as gay or lesbian.

Question 15

Eighteen-year-old Reba was raised by two lesbian mothers. Her friend Ashley was raised by a heterosexual couple. According to research, how will Reba and Ashley's development compare?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that children raised by same-sex parents do not differ significantly in terms of behavioral, social, emotional, cognitive, or sexual development compared to those raised by heterosexual parents.

Question 16

Which of the following research perspectives assumes that negative outcomes among ethnic minority groups reflect the fact that these groups don't "measure up" to the standards of the Euro-American majority?

Accepted Answer

The cultural deficit perspective assumes that negative outcomes among ethnic minority groups reflect the fact that these groups don't "measure up" to the standards of the Euro-American majority.

Question 17

Recently, researchers have begun to show that negative outcomes among ethnic minority groups are not due to cultural deficits, but instead are due to

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that negative outcomes among ethnic minority groups are often linked to socioeconomic factors such as poverty and neighborhood challenges, rather than cultural deficits.

Question 18

What ethnic group grew the fastest in the United States between 1991 and 2010?

Accepted Answer

Between 1991 and 2010, the Latino population in the United States experienced the fastest growth due to both high birth rates and immigration.

Question 19

Which of the following research perspectives explores the many ways in which ethnic minority families survive and thrive in the face of prejudice and discrimination?

Accepted Answer

The strength and resilience perspective focuses on how ethnic minority families use their strengths and resilience to overcome challenges such as prejudice and discrimination.

Question 20

What seems to be the most important factor in creating strength and resilience in ethnic minority families in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Extended family support is often crucial for ethnic minority families, providing emotional, financial, and practical assistance, which helps build strength and resilience.

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