Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) Practice Exam

A neglectful parent's behavior characterized by withdrawal and a sense that nothing is worth doing falls under which category?

1. Detached

2. Apathetic Futile category

3. Emotionally Available

4. Rejecting

The correct answer is: Apathetic Futile category

The behavior of a neglectful parent that is characterized by withdrawal and a sense that nothing is worth doing aligns with the Apathetic Futile category. This categorization reflects a lack of emotional engagement and involvement in the child's life, which can lead to feelings of worthlessness and disconnection in the child. Parents in this category often display indifference or a lack of responsiveness to their children's needs, contributing to an overall sense of neglect. In contrast, the other categories do not capture the specific combination of withdrawal and feelings of futility. Detached parenting may suggest a distance but does not inherently imply a sense of hopelessness. Emotionally Available would describe a nurturing and supportive role, which is not relevant here. Rejecting describes a more overtly negative attitude towards the child, which involves active dismissal rather than the passive sense of futility associated with apathy. Thus, the Apathetic Futile category aptly encapsulates the described behavior.