TED: The tragedy of orphanages | Georgette Mulheir

What is the primary developmental concern for children placed in large institutions?

• They receive too much attention.

• Their health and development are seriously harmed.

• They develop faster than their peers.

• They become overly independent.

What was the surprising observation made in Romanian orphanages?

• Children were very noisy.

• Children were silent and unresponsive.

• Children were playing happily.

• Children were well-fed and active.

Why do orphanage staff often have to follow a regimented program?

• They have too many children to care for.

• They prefer strict routines.

• They are trained to be strict.

• They want to discipline the children.

What is a common outcome for children who grow up in institutions?

• They become highly successful.

• They easily integrate into society.

• They often face difficulties in social integration.

• They have no issues with social skills.

What is a major reason for the high number of institutionalized children in Europe?

• Frequent wars and disasters.

• Lack of inclusive education and poverty.

• High birth rates.

• Government policies promoting orphanages.

What is a common misconception about parents of institutionalized children?

• They are unaware of their children's needs.

• They willingly abandon their children.

• They are mostly wealthy.

• They have no interest in their children.

What is a key benefit of moving children from institutions to family-based care?

• It is less effective.

• It requires more resources.

• Children recover developmental delays.

• It is more expensive.

How has the number of children in Romanian institutions changed over the years?

• It has fluctuated without a clear trend.

• It has remained the same.

• It has decreased significantly.

• It has increased significantly.

What is the cost comparison between family support services and institutional placements?

• Both cost the same.

• Family support costs about 10% of institutional placements.

• Institutional placements are cheaper.

• Family support is more expensive.

What is the goal of the movement across Europe regarding child care?

• To increase the number of orphanages.

• To focus on community-based services.

• To build more institutions.

• To reduce family involvement.