Which of the following is not a known risk factor for child abuse or neglect? 

A. Single parenthood
B. Inadequate knowledge of normal developmental expectations
C. Financial problems
D. Mother older than 18 years
E. Lack of family support


D. Mother older than 18 years
A mother younger than 16 years is one of the risk factors for child abuse or neglect. As a young woman becomes older and more mature, the risk lessens.

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