Question 1

Imagine you are a school psychologist at a public high school. Your school has just accepted three new transfer students: Vincent, who has been reared by his adoptive parents; James, who lives with foster parents; and Peter, who has been reared by lesbian parents. The principal has asked you whether any of these adolescents are at risk for behavioral problems or maladjustment. What would you tell him? Who is most at risk? Who is least at risk? Why might this be?

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Question 2

Researchers have found that siblings' scores on standard measures of personality traits are virtually uncorrelated. Discuss how parental treatment of their children can serve as a nonshared environmental influence.

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Question 3

Michael's father, who is close to 40 years old, no longer feels comfortable playing football with his adolescent son as they always used to do when Michael was younger. Outline three developmental concerns of Michael's dad that might account for this change.

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Question 4

Wendy and her mother are arguing over her messy room. Wendy feels that this is her space, and that she can do what she wants with it. Wendy's mom argues that it is her house and that Wendy's room is a reflection of their family lifestyle. Outline reasons for their disagreement using the recent research on intergenerational differences in values and attitudes.

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Question 5

Adam and his family have been living in chronic poverty for the last few years. His mother has asked you (an expert!) whether their family's financial strain will place Adam at risk for psychological difficulties and problem behavior. She also asks you whether there is anything she can do alleviate the effects of poverty. What would you tell her?

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Question 6

Tammy's father has absolute standards and expects Tammy to conform to them without exception. If she disobeys, he generally punishes her, and he sees no reason why he should explain his rules to Tammy. Instead, his response is, "I'm the father and I love you. I know what's best for you." Kathy's father sets rules for her, but she feels that when a rule seems unfair, she can discuss it with him. Even if he doesn't agree to change the rule, he at least listens to her opinions. What style of parenting does Tammy's father most resemble? Kathy's father? Based on what you know about the effects of parenting on adolescence, what will Tammy be like? Kathy? (HINT: Be sure to define each style and discuss the outcomes.)

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Question 7

New technologies and social innovations have:

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New technologies and social innovations have certainly changed the way in which adolescents interact with their peers and navigate the world around them, but they have not changed the fundamental need for loving adult guidance and support. In fact, some argue that these new technologies and innovations make it even more important for parents and other caring adults to be involved in the lives of young people, helping them to navigate the often-complicated landscape of modern adolescence. While there may be new challenges and opportunities presented by these developments, the need for strong and supportive relationships with adults remains as important as ever.

Question 8

Your next-door neighbor tells you she is getting divorced and is planning to remarry as soon as the divorce is final. She has two teenagers, a son and a daughter, and is worried about how they are going to deal with the divorce and her remarriage. She wants to make the transition as easy as possible for them and asks your advice on how to do that.

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Question 9

You have been asked to talk to a child development class about issues related to ethnic differences in parenting practices. Which parenting strategies are most and least likely to be used in different ethnic groups? Do the effects of parenting strategies differ for different groups? What parenting practices have the greatest likelihood of facilitating healthy development for adolescents? What cautions can you offer them about how parenting behaviors are interpreted?

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Quiz 4: Families

Researchers have found that siblings' scores on standard measures of personality traits are virtually uncorrelated. Discuss how parental treatment of their children can serve as a nonshared environmental influence.

Michael's father, who is close to 40 years old, no longer feels comfortable playing football with his adolescent son as they always used to do when Michael was younger. Outline three developmental concerns of Michael's dad that might account for this change.

New technologies and social innovations have: