When the parents of preschool-aged children divorce, the children ...

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When the parents of preschool-aged children divorce, the children most often think which of the following things?
 
  a. The parent with whom they live caused the problem.
  b. God is punishing the family for being bad.
  c. They caused the divorce and may be able to reunite the parents.
  d. The parents are going to abandon the children forever at some time.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about preschoolers and injuries is correct?
 
  a. Preschool children no longer need a car seat
  b. Accidents are a major threat to children at this age
  c. Preschool children no longer need a bike helmet
  d. Preschool children can safely handle possibly dangerous items

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Answer to Question 1

C

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A Incorrect. The preschool-aged child may believe they are the cause, not the parent.
B Incorrect. The preschool-aged child is more likely to believe they are the cause of the divorce than that God is punishing the family.
C Correct. With their magical thinking, preschoolers may believe their angry thoughts or behaviors led to the family disruption, and they may also believe they can magically reunite the divorced parents.
D Incorrect. Not out of the question, but not age appropriate for preschooler.

Answer to Question 2

B
Children continue to use a car seat or a booster seat at this age. Accidents remain the major cause of death and disability at this age. Any person riding a bike should wear a helmet. Preschoolers should never be given a potentially dangerous item to carry.