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Child Psych

Category - Development & Neuro

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Divorce is thought to be potentially detrimental to childhood development. Based on studies and common conclusions, which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the effect of divorce on development?
  1. Girls experience more internalizing behaviors and sleeper effects.
  2. Boys experience fewer short- and long-term consequences than girls.
  3. Preschool-age children experience the worst short-term effects.
  4. Living with the same sex parent after divorce is usually better.
Explanation
Answer: B - It has been concluded that boys have more short- and long-term consequences than girls do post-divorce, although girls may demonstrate more short-term effects.
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