16 Questions
What is the definition of physical abuse?
The intentional use of physical force that can result in physical injury
Which of the following is an example of sexual abuse?
Fondling and penetration
What does emotional abuse refer to?
Behaviors that harm a child's self-worth or emotional well-being
What is neglect in the context of child maltreatment?
The failure to meet a child's basic physical and emotional needs
Which behavior is considered an example of emotional abuse?
Name calling and shaming
What does sexual abuse involve?
Pressuring or forcing a child to engage in sexual acts
What percentage of family physicians and pediatricians supported mild spanking in some situations in 1992?
70%
What did the meta-analysis of 88 studies find about the relationship between normative physical punishment and children's mental health?
There is a negative relationship almost without exception
What did the study of 2500 toddlers from low-income white, African American, and Mexican families find about predictors of more frequent spanking?
Younger maternal age, maternal depression, lower family income, living alone
What was found to be the consequence of spanking at age 1?
Predicted child aggressive behavior problems at age 2 and lower cognitive development score at age 3
How can parental beliefs about physical punishment be changed in a positive way?
"Help parents realize how their children feel when they are spanked"
"What are the similarities and differences between males and females in terms of sexual abuse (prevalence, risk factors, consequences, etc)?"
Boys experience similar consequences to girls but report less prevalence
What percentage of the general male population has a history of sexual abuse according to the text?
8-16%
What did the study by Velente et al. 2005 find about female sexual abuse?
Females reported greater prevalence and severity
What did professionals fail to do regarding male clients who have been abused according to the text?
Hypothesize that their male clients have been abused
What is necessary for parents to change their beliefs about physical punishment?
Acknowledging their own childhood memories of being hit
Prepare for your final exam on child maltreatment types with this study guide. Learn about physical abuse and sexual abuse, including their definitions and examples.
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