Give an example of how an adolescent who is sensitive to his or her environment (or "malleable") will respond to positive or negative influences, based on the differential susceptibility theory. How will a "fixed" individual respond to these same influences?
What will be an ideal response?
Miguel is sensitive to his environment and reacts strongly to stress. If he experiences a toxic environment (bullying by peers, conflict with parents), he will react negatively and is more likely to develop mental health issues or problem behaviors. On the other hand, in a positive environment (with authoritative parents and good peer relationships), Miguel will thrive and be well adjusted. A more "fixed" individual will develop problems or remain stable regardless of the conditions of his or her environment.
Key Points:
a) Malleable individuals react strongly to their environments.
b) Malleable individuals react poorly to toxic environments and positively to healthy ones.
c) Fixed individuals develop the same way regardless of positive and negative influences in their environments.
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