Author Question: When there is a problem with alcohol/substance abuse in the family, many children learn certain ... (Read 78 times)

Mimi · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

When there is a problem with alcohol/substance abuse in the family, many children learn certain roles as a means of coping. What is the distractor role?

a. Being quiet and acting good so as to not contribute to the family's problems.
b. Making excuses and covering things up.
c. Being funny or entertaining to divert attention away from the family's problems.
d. Creating problems and serving as the lightning rod for the family's emotions and conflict.

Question 2

Describe at least three circumstances that make it more likely that a person will act in accordance with their beliefs. (3 points)

What will be an ideal response

recede · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

Describe at least three circumstances that make it more likely that a person will act in accordance with their beliefs. 3 points; 1 each for any of the following:
- Attitudes/beliefs are extreme
- Attitudes/beliefs are frequently expressed
- Attitudes/beliefs have been formed through direct experience rather than from being told by someone else
- You stand to gain or lose something from what happens
- You expect a good response from others