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Neglectful or uninvolved parenting may have its origins in


A) the immaturity of the parents.
B) inadequate bonding time between parent and child.
C) parental depression or overwhelming stress.
D) low socioeconomic status.

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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Which of the following is NOT a reason why children's physical aggression decreases across the preschool years?


A) As children improve their cognitive skills, they are less frustrated and are therefore less likely to act aggressively.
B) As their egocentrism declines, children are increasingly able to understand other children's thoughts and feelings.
C) Children come to understand that prosocial, altruistic behaviour will accomplish their desires more effectively than aggressive behaviour.
D) The development of dominance hierarchies and the corresponding knowledge of each other's place in the pecking order serve to reduce physical aggression.

E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

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Which of the following is the best example of inductive discipline?


A) Beverly's parents explained that she was being punished because it was wrong to take money from her mother's purse without permission.
B) Jarod was punished for fighting even though the other child started the fight.
C) As punishment for their careless mental mistakes during practice, the team had to run five extra laps.
D) Mr. Smith said, "Because I said so!" when his daughters asked why they were forbidden to go to the mall.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Chao and Willms' research found that the largest proportion of Canadian parents were


A) authoritarian.
B) permissive.
C) enmeshed.
D) authoritative.

E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

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The behaviour expected for males and females in a given culture is known as


A) gender concepts.
B) sex roles.
C) gender constancy theory.
D) gender schema theory.

E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

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What are the effects of poverty on children and families in Canada? What are the factors associated with poverty which result in these negative effects?

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Describe the process by which a child develops a sense of gender through the early childhood years.

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Recent theory suggests that cognitive growth and social growth occur separately.

A) True
B) False

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Children whose parents use the authoritative parenting style tend to


A) be more compliant.
B) have high self-esteem.
C) be independent.
D) all of the above

E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

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Children living in step-families have higher rates of delinquency,behaviour problems in school,and lower grades than children in intact families.

A) True
B) False

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Understanding that gender is a stable,life-long characteristic is termed "gender stability."

A) True
B) False

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You have been asked to talk to your community club about characteristics of effective parenting.Using the work of Diana Baumrind and others,develop a presentation that includes the following components: four common aspects or dimensions of family functioning;four widely cited styles or patterns of parenting;and a summary of the research on child outcomes as related to the dimensions of family functioning and parenting styles.Include examples and illustrations in your discussion.

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Good evening everyone, and thank you for having me here today to talk about effective parenting. Today, I will be discussing the characteristics of effective parenting, drawing from the work of Diana Baumrind and other researchers in the field. First, let's talk about the four common aspects or dimensions of family functioning. These dimensions include communication, cohesion, flexibility, and adaptability. Effective parenting involves open and clear communication within the family, a sense of togetherness and support (cohesion), the ability to adapt to change and handle stress (flexibility), and the capacity to adjust to new situations and challenges (adaptability). Next, I will discuss the four widely cited styles or patterns of parenting. These styles are authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful. The authoritative style is characterized by high levels of warmth and support, clear and consistent rules, and open communication. Authoritarian parenting is marked by strict rules and discipline with little warmth and support. Permissive parenting involves high levels of warmth and support but few rules and boundaries. Neglectful parenting is characterized by low levels of warmth and support, as well as little to no rules or boundaries. Now, let's look at the research on child outcomes as related to the dimensions of family functioning and parenting styles. Studies have shown that children from families with high levels of communication, cohesion, flexibility, and adaptability tend to have better social and emotional development, as well as higher academic achievement. Additionally, children raised by authoritative parents tend to have higher self-esteem, better social skills, and lower rates of behavioral problems compared to children raised by authoritarian, permissive, or neglectful parents. To illustrate these concepts, let's consider an example. A family that communicates openly and supports each other's individuality (high communication and cohesion) is likely to have children who feel secure and confident in expressing themselves. On the other hand, a family with strict rules and little warmth (authoritarian parenting) may have children who struggle with anxiety and low self-esteem. In conclusion, effective parenting involves fostering positive family functioning and utilizing an authoritative parenting style. By promoting open communication, support, and clear boundaries, parents can help their children thrive and succeed. Thank you for your attention, and I hope this information will be helpful in your parenting journey.

How do pre-schoolers learn about gendered behaviour? What are some examples of sex-typed behaviours of children in early childhood? What advice would you offer to parents for how to navigate gender development with their children?

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Being a tomboy does not interfere with the development of a "feminine" personality in adulthood.

A) True
B) False

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In the four dimensions of parent-child interactions,the dimension that uses sarcasm,insults,and mixes anger with punishment is called


A) punitive/aversive.
B) hostile/ineffective.
C) positive.
D) consistent.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Which item does not belong with the others in these descriptive characteristics of 3-year-old boys who have poor social relationships?


A) inductive influences
B) rejected by peers
C) aggressive behaviour
D) poor group-entry skills

E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

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Which of the following parental behaviours is NOT linked to higher rates of altruistic or prosocial behaviour in their children?


A) allowing children to develop their own rules of behaviour
B) providing parental models of altruistic behaviour
C) having children do helpful things
D) creating a loving and warm family environment

E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

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Describe and give examples to illustrate the following forms of children's play from infancy to age 4: solitary play,parallel play,associative play,and cooperative play.

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Which of the following is an explanation for the negative effects of divorce on children?


A) Divorce reduces the financial and emotional resources available to support children, but does not affect the percentage that go on to post-secondary education.
B) Divorce increases the likelihood that the family climate will shift away from authoritative parenting.
C) Divorce does not cause long-lasting disruption in family functioning.
D) Divorce terminates children's attachment bonds with the parent who leaves the home.

E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

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In Canada,approximately what percentage of children aged 0 to 4 years live in two-parent homes?


A) 38%
B) 72%
C) 50%
D) 77%

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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