Which of the following is proposed as a likely developmental cascade in maltreatment?

A. Stress leads to abnormal levels of cortisol, which can damage the brain.
B. Caregivers who are under stress are more likely to seek out social support.
C. Physically abused children get angry and lash out at the abusing parent.
D. Abuse leads to avoidant attachment, which leads to a child seeking solid friendships among peers to compensate for lack of a parental relationship.


Answer: A

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