Abuse and neglect are seen among people of all ages, genders, ethnic groups, family structures, races, socioeconomic statuses, and sexual orientations.

The effects of abuse and neglect can be serious and permanent.TrueFalse

Child abuse and neglect are most common among children who are __________.A.living in middle-class familiesB.non-Hispanic white teenagersC.the youngest and the most socially vulnerableD.living with a biological fatherSubmit

Cultural acceptance of abuse is a parental/family risk factor.TrueFalse

Of the four types of child abuse, the most common type of abuse is: a. Neglect b. Physical abuse c. Sexual abuse d. Emotional abuse

Name a common characteristic of people with developmental disabilities who have been abused, neglected or exploited.Inadequate or inappropriate healthcareUse of the disability to explain or minimize the person’s conditionCheerfulnessAll of the above