Question

Based on decades of research, which of the following conclusions can be drawn about the general well-being of children whose mothers work outside the home?

A. Generally speaking, most children show signs of delayed development and emotional harm in early childhood, but by the teenage years, they rebound and catch up to their peers.
B. Generally speaking, children are not harmed when their mothers work outside the home.
C. In most cases, children whose mothers work outside the home develop emotional wounds that last well into adulthood.
D. On average, about half of all children whose mothers work outside the home show signs of significant emotional trauma.

Answer 1

Based on decades of research, the conclusion that can be drawn about the general well-being of children whose mothers work outside the home is:

B. Generally speaking, children are not harmed when their mothers work outside the home.

Research on this topic has consistently found that there are no significant negative effects on children's well-being when their mothers work outside the home, as long as they have access to high-quality childcare and a supportive home environment. In fact, some studies have suggested that children of working mothers may benefit from positive role modeling and increased financial stability in the household. While there may be individual cases where children experience emotional or developmental challenges, the research overall does not support the idea that maternal employment is harmful to children's well-being.