Describe the disorder of Munchausen-by-proxy
Answer:
Munchausen-by-proxy is a rare but potentially very harmful, even deadly, form of child abuse. In this syndrome, a parent feigns, exaggerates, or induces an illness in a child. This can range from fabrication of symptoms to causing severe harm, such as illness or injury. Video recordings have captured parents attempting suffocation, trying to break a child's arm, and attempting to poison a child with disinfectant. Even more alarming is the fact that many of these children had siblings who had died suddenly and unexpectedly.
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In which of the following situations is it MOST likely that a decision will be made to spend more money than budget guidelines suggest to hire "great entertainment" for an end-of-the-year banquet for an organization?
a. when it is an individual decision by someone who is leaning toward hiring great entertainment b. when it is a group decision, and group members are leaning toward hiring great entertainment c. when it is an individual decision by someone who is leaning toward staying within the budget d. when it is a group decision, and group members are leaning toward staying within the budget
Severe social awkwardness, thought disturbance, and a desire to be left alone are seen in many people with
a. depression and antisocial personality. b. less severe autism (previously known as Asperger's disorder). c. low functioning autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. d. none of these have these symptoms.
Rape prevention guidelines suggest that in order to reduce the risk of rape, one should a. struggle, but not scream, when threatened or attacked
b. keep one's sexual desires private. c. avoid using drugs with someone you are not interested in. d. not dress up or try to look nice when going out.
Levels of measurement are important because they determine what type of analysis can be used
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false