Werner and Smith's longitudinal study of Hawaiian children indicated that the two most important protective factors that help at-risk children overcome their disadvantage are
a. a supportive postnatal environment and continued stress.
b. continued stress and a two-parent household.
c. a two-parent household and high levels of personal resources.
d. high levels of personal resources and a supportive postnatal environment.
d
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a. typologies b. biases c. prototypes d. subtypes
Despite recent extinctions, the majority of species that ever were alive are still alive today
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is a major justification for correctional intervention?
A. incapacitation B. deterrence C. retribution D. all of the above
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Briefly explain how they might proceed. What will be an ideal response?