Certified Case Manager Practice Test

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Which behavior exhibited by a caregiver can be considered mental abuse?

Ignores inappropriate behavior of the child
Denies the child's requests for privileges
Imposes unrealistic expectations on the child
Punishes the child in front of others

The correct answer is: Imposes unrealistic expectations on the child

The chosen behavior of imposing unrealistic expectations on the child can be classified as mental abuse because it can lead to feelings of inadequacy, shame, and diminished self-worth in the child. This form of abuse undermines the child's emotional stability and can cause long-term psychological harm. When caregivers set unattainable goals, it can create a stressful environment where the child feels constant pressure to perform, contributing to anxiety, fear of failure, or lowered self-esteem. While other options might involve negative behaviors, they do not carry the same level of psychological impact as imposing unrealistic expectations, which is directly harmful to the child's mental health and contributes significantly to a toxic caregiving environment.