Which of the following family factors contributes to juvenile delinquency?
a. lax and ineffective discipline c. authoritative parenting
b. low levels of family conflict d. two-parent homes
Question 2The____________________ phase of development occurs at about 6 or 7 months and is characterized by intensified dependence on the primary caregiver, usually the mother.
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Question 3Delinquency is associated with:
a. higher verbal IQ. c. high self-esteem.
b. immature moral reasoning. d. lack of impulsivity.
Question 4The ____________________ of attachment suggests that an infant must develop the concept of object permanence before specific attachment becomes possible.
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Question 5Boys are more likely to commit crimes such as ____, whereas girls are more likely to commit crimes such as ____.
a. status offenses; violent crimes c. running away from home; truancy
b. violent crimes; status offenses d. none of these
Question 6During the ____________________ phase of attachment development, which occurs at about 3 or 4 months, infants have a preference for familiar figures.
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Question 7Which of the following is true about delinquency?
a. Substance abuse is unrelated to delinquency rates.
b. Those from poor economic backgrounds are just as likely as their more-well-off peers to commit acts of delinquency..
c. Boys commit more violent acts than girls.
d. all of these