Asked by
Gisselle Hernandez
on Dec 29, 2024Verified
Which of the following is true of abused children?
A) They have low self-esteem and perform poorly in school.
B) They are more intimate with peers.
C) They are likely to be diagnosed with Down syndrome later in life.
D) They are unlikely to act aggressively toward their intimate partners when they reach adulthood.
Abused Children
Minors who have been subjected to physical, emotional, sexual, or neglectful mistreatment, which significantly affects their health and development.
Low Self-Esteem
A condition characterized by a lack of confidence and negative self-perception.
Perform Poorly
To achieve results below expected standards or benchmarks in any given task or examination.
- Identify the consequences and enduring impact of maltreatment and neglect on children.
Verified Answer
BB
Learning Objectives
- Identify the consequences and enduring impact of maltreatment and neglect on children.