Beth was a victim of childhood physical and sexual abuse. She is now 40 years old and is a well-respected journalist who works for a nationally known magazine. She also travels around the country speaking to crime victims. Beth conducts a lot of research on children of abuse. According to the published research on children who are abused, which of the following is not a likely characteristic of victims?

A. Suffer lower self-esteem
B. Are more suicidal as adults
C. Are abused as adults
D. Have successful careers


Answer: D

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