Sophia, a parent of 4-year-old twin girls, does not know much about child development. She expects her children to do more than they are developmentally capable of and yells at them frequently. Additionally, Sophia has a difficult time expressing her own emotions appropriately. What are Sophia's children at risk for?

A. schizophrenia
B. unintentional injury
C. child maltreatment
D. dyslexia


Answer: C

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