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Identify and describe the two major categories of risk. Give some examples of each.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Identify and describe the two major categories of risk. Give some examples of each.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Students should cite:

 Biological risk (events before, during, or after birth that increase the likelihood of developmental problems). Examples: birth-defect-related teratogens; alcohol or drugs used by the mother; maternal diseases such as rubella, sexually transmitted diseases, and AIDS.
 Environmental risk (dangers in the environment in which a child develops). Examples: poverty, abusive people, caregivers who smoke.

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Identify and describe the two major categories of risk. Give some examples of each.





 

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