CHD 214 chapter 14 study guide

because of the ___________ nature of their thinking young children often feel _______________ for the divorce

egocentric responsible

the most difficult kind of child abuse to prove is _________________

emotional abuse

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true current statistics on child abuse indicate that numbers of cases continue to increase

false to make this true change increase to decrease, although many cases are unreported

identify the least appropriate answer: school age children experiencing divorce may exhibit a. indifference b. inability to focus in school c. fears and phobias d. withdrawal and moodiness

indifference

teachers should avoid talking about ______________ parents when discussing matters with adoptive families

real

a written individualized family service plan addresses not only the needs of the infant but also the __________________ of the family related to enhancing the development of their child

strengths and needs

sine 1974 head start has been mandated by congress to have _______________ of its children be those who have disabilities

10%

identify the least appropriate answer: the greatest incidence of cases of abuse and neglect reported involve a. neglect b. physical abuse c. emotional abuse d. sexual abuse

emotional abuse

child abuse occurs in _____________________

every segment of society every socioeconomic class every neighborhood

____________________________ may be considered a form of maltreatment

exposure to domestic violence

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true children adjustment to divorce is helped when the adults remove limits to show they feel sorry for them

false to make this true change remove limits to maintain limits and expectations

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true teachers should not report child abuse unless they have clear evidence that could stand up in a court of law

false to make this true change clear evidence that could stand up in a court of law to documented what they have seen and heard or suspicion that abuse exists burden of proof is on the reporting agency

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true teachers of children with special needs should discuss the diagnosis with parents because they are not specialist

false to make this true change discuss the diagnosis to clarify the diagnosis

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true it is inappropriate for schools or programs to ask families whether their child knows he or she is adopted

false to make this true change inappropriate to appropriate

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true divorce is the most stressful experience for a family

false to make this true change most stressful to second most stressful after death

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true when parents show a good deal of open anger children adjustment to divorce will be facilitated

false to make this true change open anger to cooperation

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true when parents of infants receive a clear. message that they should not spend time in the infant room they react by acting less possessively

false to make this true change should not spend time in the infant room to area welcome to stay

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true an IFSP looks at family weaknesses related to enhancing the development of their children with disabilities

false to make this true change weaknesses to strengths

parents of children with developmental challenges undergo an adjustment process that is lifelong with emotional stages resembling the process of _______________________

grieving

a behavior indicator of emotional abuse could be __________________________

habit disorders ------ biting rocking head banging cruel behaviors ------ takin apparent pleasure in hurting animals children adults age inappropriate behaviors ------- wetting or soiling behavioral extremes --------- listless/excitable overly complaint/defiant

identify the least appropriate answer: teachers must report to their local child protective service agency when they a. have proof that abuse has occurred b. have suspicion that abuse has occurred c. have cooperation from their supervisor d. know no one else will do so

have suspicion that abuse has occurred

identify the least appropriate answer: when working with stepfamilies teachers should a. help children talk their real parents b. be sensitive to name differences c. plan family events rather than those that could cause confusion d. remember the positive aspects for children

help children talk their real parents

identify the least appropriate answer: when working with parents of children with special needs helpful teacher behaviors include a. focus in the present and the future b. help parents research the cause of the disability c. help parents let go d. being hopefully realistic

help parents research the cause of the disability

identify the least appropriate answer: brazelton says that when parents grieve over leaving their babies in others care they may show a. anger b. guilt c. blaming d. indifference

indifference

identify the least appropriate answer: emotions experienced by many parents of children with disabilities include a. jealousy b. guilt c. sadness d. desire to overprotect

jealousy

identify the least appropriate answer: most child abuse is perpetrated by a. male child care workers b. family members c. parents d. someone the child knows and trusts

male child care workers

symptoms of emotional stress in preschoolers experiencing divorce may include ________________________

nightmares temp tantrums bedwetting unusual fears

identify the least appropriate answer: an individualized family service plan requires a. a multidisciplinary assessment of the unique strengths and needs of the child b. a family directed assessment of the resources priorities and concerns of the family c. identification of the supports and services needed to enhance the family capacity to meet the childs developmental needs d. open discussion of all relationships within the family

open discussion of all relationships within the family

two physical indicators of neglect could be ___________________________

poor hygiene including lice scabies serve diaper rash body order squinting clothing unsuitable for weather or missing key items of clothing untreated illness or injury lack of immunizations height and weight significantly below age norms

identify the least appropriate answer: issues that affect adolescent mothers ability to parent include a. changed relationships with their own parents b. self absorption of adolescence c. preoccupation with body image d. emotional isolation

preoccupation with body image

focusing on the ______________ will help families to appreciate childrens progress and abilities rather than dwelling on disabilities

present

identify the least appropriate answer: behavioral indicators of physical abuse may include a. wearing inappropriate clothing to cover physical indicators b. promiscuity or seductive behavior c. inappropriate excessive fear or parents or caretaker d. extremes of behavior withdrawal

promiscuity or seductive behavior

identify the least appropriate answer: factors that contribute to a childs adjustment after divorce include a. the age temperament and flexibility of the child b. the quality of the parent child relationship c. the familys amount of income d. parents having the same routines for the child in each home

the familys amount of income

teenage mothers have the additional complexity of dealing with the added role of becoming a responsible parent while still reeling from ________________________

the identity issues of adolescence

identify the least appropriate answer: when teachers document evidence they should include a. the date of observation b. objective descriptions of what is seen and heard c. verbatim conversations held with the child or parent d. the teachers evaluation of the family situation

the teachers evaluation of the family situation

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true because new mothers of infants are undergoing an adjustment to a new adult developmental stage they may exhibit signs of great stress

true

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true in the preschools Reggio Emilia children with disabilities are called children with special rights signifying a position deserving extra support

true

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true many parents of children with special needs experience the emotions of anger and guilt

true

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true many young children may show separation anxiety as a reaction to divorce

true

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true physical indicators of physical abuse may include bilateral marks on the childs body

true

indicate whether the statement is true or false. if it is false change the identified word(s) to make the statement true some older children may show defiant and rebellious behaviors as an indication of their anger at their parents for the disruption of divorce

true

identify the least appropriate answer: one thing teachers should know in situations involving divorce is a. legal agreements regarding custody b. the childs living arrangements c. what the child has been told about the situation d. who filed the divorce

who filed the divorce

identify the least appropriate answer: when parents are encouraged to spend time in the infant room they a. will likely become intrusive asking about other infants b. will likely perceive the caregivers desire to promote attachment with their baby c. will likely learn some appropriate caregiving behaviors d. may feel encouragement to nurse their infants

will likely become intrusive asking about other infants

second marriages with children from a first marriage are more prone to _______________ due to ________________

divorce differences in child rearing beliefs and practices conflicts with others parents children testing the entire situation

families of children with special needs live with increased amounts of stress in their lives caused by ______________________________

amount of time and energy spent parenting the child economic strain if medical expenses therapy and treatment strain of living with complex emotions stress in relationships

the most important achievement in the first year of an infants life is the development of ___________________

attachment

identify the least appropriate answer: as caregivers introduce new parenting techniques to new parents they can a. provide books and articles b. be sensitive to the cultural context of ideas about child rearing c. have frequent friendly conversations d. avoid confusion by making definite statements and suggestions for what to do

avoid confusion by making definite statements and suggestions for what to do

identify the least appropriate answer: parents denial of their childs special needs may be shown by a. continuing to seek more optimistic professional opinions b. projecting blame onto others c. breaking appointments for conferences d. attempting to hide the disability

breaking appointments for conferences

classroom activities that could offer acceptable opportunities for children to work through feelings include _____________________-

clay water or sand play painting family figures and props for dramatic play journals

when there are procedures for parents to share their information about their infants it helps build feelings of _____________________ in parenting

competence

as teachers educate parents of infants they should also be sensitive to the fact that ideas about parenting are born from __________________

cultural contexts

identify the least appropriate answer: words that are helpful to use when discussing adoption with young children include a. birth parents b. real parents c. forever parents d. biological parents

real parents

identify the least appropriate answer: thing teachers can do to support parents undergoing divorce include a. reassurance that adjustments is a process b. reporting everything the spouse is doing c. referral to community resources d. keeping requests light

reporting everything the spouse is doing

emotional abuse includes all acts of omission or commission that result in an absence of a nurturing environment for a child resulting in damaging a childs _______________________

sense of self

___________________________ accounts for about a third of all adoptions

single parent adoptions

identify the least appropriate answer: helpful behaviors for teachers who become aware of abuse include a. remain calm and reassuring the child b. not condemning the abuser c. telling the child you will make sure he or she is never hurt again d. telling the child you are going to help

telling the child you will make sure he or she is never hurt again