Question

question #7
multiple choice
a child was born with fetal alcohol syndrome resulting in a forensic investigation of the mother. what was the mother suspected of?
physical trauma
physical abuse
domestic violence
neglect

Explanation:

Fetal alcohol syndrome occurs when a mother consumes alcohol during pregnancy, failing to provide a safe environment for the fetus. Neglect involves failing to meet a child's (or fetus's, in prenatal context) basic needs for health and safety. Physical trauma/abuse and domestic violence involve direct physical harm, not the neglectful act of exposing the fetus to alcohol. So the mother is suspected of neglect.

Answer:

D. neglect