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Child Psychology 1/c/e
Child Psychology: A Contemporary Viewpoint, First Canadian Edition
E. Mavis Hetherington, University of Virginia
Ross D. Parke, University of California
Mark Schmuckler, University of Toronto at Scarborough

The Family

Critical Thinking Questions



1

Using your own words and experiences, define what the term "family" means to you.
 
2

Compare and contrast the direct and indirect effects of the family system on the development of the child.
 
3

What are the effects on a child if the parents differ in their parenting style?
 
4

How might parental or teaching style contribute to bullying behaviour or "whipping boy" outcomes?
 
5

Characterize some of the following inequalities associated with social class: Occupation, Education, Economic Resources, and Power.
 




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