Question 1

Obesity has become a national crisis in the United States.Describe environmental factors that are contributing to the crisis.List some of the treatment methods,for use both at home and at school,which can help combat childhood obesity.

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Question 2

Nadine is receiving treatment for an emotional disturbance.Her therapist has her talk about her feelings and her personality.Based on what you have read in the text,it sounds like he is receiving _____.

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The therapist is working one-on-one with Nadine and helping her explore and process her emotions and personality. This is characteristic of individual psychotherapy, which focuses on addressing the psychological and emotional issues of an individual through therapeutic techniques such as talk therapy. Family therapy, art therapy, and behavior therapy may involve different approaches or involve more than one person, which is not described in the text.

Question 3

Which of the following statements about anxiety is FALSE?

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The statement "Anxiety is more common among boys than girls" is false. In fact, anxiety disorders are more common among girls/women than boys/men.

Question 4

Wyatt has been diagnosed with conduct disorder (CD).What is NOT a typical behavior of children with this disorder?

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Excessive shyness is not a typical behavior of children with conduct disorder. Children with this disorder typically exhibit aggressive and disruptive behaviors, such as fighting, snatching things, and hostility toward authority figures, as well as engaging in rule-breaking and delinquent behaviors such as truancy and setting fires.

Question 5

_____ is (are)the leading cause of death in middle childhood.

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Accidents, such as those involving motor vehicles, drowning, and fires, are the leading cause of death in middle childhood (ages 5-9). Illnesses and medical errors may also contribute, but they are not the leading cause. Poisoning is a less common cause of death in this age group.

Question 6

Miriam is receiving treatment for an emotional disturbance.Her therapist is using a system of rewards to get her to change her behaviors from undesirable ones to desirable ones.Based on what you have read in the text,it sounds like she is receiving _____.

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The use of a system of rewards to change behaviors indicates that Miriam is receiving behavior therapy, which focuses on modifying specific behaviors and reinforcing positive ones.

Question 7

Variations in school-age children's health are the result of

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Variations in school-age children's health can be attributed to a range of factors including differences in families' knowledge of health habits and preventive care, income and the diets they eat, as well as differing beliefs and attitudes about health and healing among various cultural and ethnic groups. All of these factors can affect a child's overall health and well-being.

Question 8

Felicia has repeated intrusive thoughts and shows repetitive behaviors tied to those thoughts.Based on what you have read in the text,it sounds like Felicia may have _____.

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Felicia's repeated intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors are classic symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder. Conduct disorder involves violating others' rights and rules, depression entails persistent sadness and loss of interest, and generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry about a range of events or activities.

Question 9

Physical development slows down considerably in middle childhood.Describe some gender differences in school-age children's physical development.List some of the ethnic variations that a teacher might see in a diverse classroom setting.

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Question 10

Undernourished children suffer physical,cognitive,and psychosocial developmental problems during childhood.Describe the components of proper nutrition in middle childhood.Explain the effects of poor nutrition on a child's cognitive development.

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Question 11

Quentin is receiving treatment for an emotional disturbance.His therapist has him express himself through a variety of mediums and with a myriad of materials.Based on what you have read in the text,it sounds like Quentin is receiving _____.

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Quentin is using a variety of mediums and materials to express himself, indicating that he is likely receiving art therapy.

Question 12

Colton has a history of getting into fights,being expelled from school,and recently broke into a house in his neighborhood.He has also been brought home by the police on several occasions for damaging public property.Based on what you have read in the text,it sounds like Colton may have _____.

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Colton's history of getting into fights, being expelled from school, breaking into a house, and damaging public property are all symptoms of conduct disorder. This disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of behavior that violates the rights of others, societal norms, and rules. Colton's behavior seems to fit this pattern. The other options, generalized anxiety disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and autism, do not fully match Colton's behavioral patterns as described in the text.

Question 13

Poor children,a disproportionate number who are minorities,are more likely than other children to

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Several studies have shown that poor children, especially those who are minorities, are more likely to have fair or poor health, chronic conditions, and delayed medical care. These health disparities often result from social and economic factors such as living in poverty, living in unsafe neighborhoods, lack of access to healthy food and physical activity, and inadequate healthcare access.

Question 14

Yvonne is tired all the time,has sleep issues,and has physical complaints with no apparent cause.Based on what you have read in the text,it sounds like Yvonne may have _____.

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Yvonne's symptoms are consistent with those of depression, which can cause fatigue, sleep disturbances, and physical complaints without a clear physical cause. While anxiety and OCD can also cause physical symptoms, the presence of fatigue and sleep issues point more towards depression. Conduct disorder, on the other hand, is a diagnosis typically given to children and adolescents who exhibit disruptive, antisocial behavior, which is not consistent with Yvonne's reported symptoms.

Question 15

Social phobia affects _______ percent of children.

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Social phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder, affects approximately 5 percent of children. This condition is characterized by an intense fear of social situations where the child feels they may be judged or scrutinized by others.

Question 16

Coaches and directors of after-school programs should keep several things in mind when overseeing a program for youth sports.List some of these concerns.Keep in mind that your answer should include both physical and emotional factors that apply to youth sports.

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Question 17

To decrease childhood injuries,it is recommended that parents

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Each of the given options can contribute to decreasing childhood injuries. Using child seats and/or seatbelts in vehicles, having children use bike helmets, and having working fire detectors in the home can all prevent accidents and injuries that can be harmful to children. Therefore, attending to all of the above options is the best choice for reducing the incidence of childhood injuries.

Question 18

Mr.and Mrs.McCarthy are concerned about their son's short stature as he approaches middle childhood.Up until now,their doctors have taken a "wait and see" attitude.What can be done to treat stunted growth in middle childhood? Describe some of the controversies associated with this type of treatment.

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Question 19

Which is NOT a typical behavior of children with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)?

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Excessive shyness is not a typical behavior of children with ODD. Children with ODD typically exhibit behaviors such as going beyond the bounds of normal childhood behavior, fighting, snatching things, hostility toward authority, and frequent loss of temper.

Question 20

Tabitha worries about everything: school,grades,earthquakes and many other things.She is excessively concerned about how she is regarded by others.Based on what you have read in the text,it sounds like Tabitha may have _____.

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Tabitha's excessive concern and worry about various aspects of her life, including how others perceive her, are characteristic symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder. Conduct disorder is characterized by behavior that violates the rights of others and societal norms. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by obsessions and compulsions that cause distress and interfere with daily functioning. Depression is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest in activities.

Quiz 12: Physical Development and Health in Middle Childhood