The following is an example of a boy learning to weave handmade cloth. "The boy attempts a simple weaving pattern, the father corrects his mistakes, the boy tries again
When the boy gets it right, the father gives him a more complex pattern, thus raising the bar so that the boy continues to be challenged and his skills continue to improve." This scenario illustrates Lev Vygotsky's concept of ____.
a. scaffolding
b. zone of proximal development
c. psychosocial moratorium
d. cooperative learning
A. Scaffolding is providing an appropriate amount of support where the learner is challenged but can succeed if given assistance.
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One common element of treatment packages for chronic pain is
a. desensitization. b. assertion training. c. problem-solving. d. biofeedback.
In solving problems, community psychologists focus on __________ whereas clinical psychologists focus on __________.
a. changing people's attitudes; the welfare of the individual in the social system b. the welfare of the individual; the welfare of the organization c. the welfare of individuals in the social system; changing the individual d. the impact of the environment on the individual; the welfare of the organization e. the welfare of the social system; changing the environment
You are a licensed therapist who is seeing a client who is afraid of elevators. What behavioral technique or combination of behavioral techniques might you use to treat such a person? Defend your choices
What will be an ideal response?
Temper tantrums become common at ______ of age.
A. 6 months B. 1 year C. 2 years D. 3 years