How is social anxiety different from introversion? Would Claire be better described as introverted or socially anxious? Why?
What will be an ideal response?
Socially anxious people dislike, and are uncomfortable with, their shyness. They also dislike being alone, whereas introverts are comfortable and prefer having limited social interactions. The case notes that Claire wishes she could overcome her shyness and be comfortable interacting with others, implying that she is more likely socially anxious rather than introverted.
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a. fluid intelligence remains stable or increases while crystallized intelligence decreases across the life span b. both fluid and crystallized intelligence tend to increase across the life span c. both fluid and crystallized intelligence tend to decrease across the life span d. fluid intelligence decreases while crystallized intelligence remains stable or increases across the life span
How did early philosophers attempt to explain the world?
a. By using natural rather than supernatural ideas b. By creating stories based on their religious beliefs c. By using higher mathematics d. By using introspection and related methods
Chris does not like it when his infant son, Jacob, cries. Chris finds that if he makes goofy faces while Jacob is crying, Jacob will stop. Which learning principle best explains why Chris is more likely to make goofy faces in the future to make Jacob stop crying?
A. Positive reinforcement B. Classical conditioning C. Negative reinforcement D. Stimulus generalization
In the Strange Situation, Philip seeks closeness to his mother and often fails to explore. When his mother leaves, Philip is distressed, and on her return he alternately clings to her and hits her. Philip is displaying characteristics of __________ attachment
A) secure B) insecure?avoidant C) insecure?resistant D) disorganized/disoriented