In the context of human development, the term plasticity refers to
a. continuity and developmental changes
b. an adaptive re-organization during the life span c. the impact of prior generations
d. the interaction of biological and psychological systems
b
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a mechanism maybe?
Attachment is most critical to completing which of Erikson's stages of psychosocial development?
a. Autonomy versus shame and doubt b. Trust versus mistrust c. Intimacy versus isolation d. Initiative versus guilt
Infants' decline in crying as they mature in age during the first year is best understood in terms of
a. extinction of crying when parents do not respond. b. responsive parents who prevent the baby's distress. c. reinforcement of crying when parents give attention. d. degeneration of the brain's "crying center" with aging.
A deficiency of thyroxine results in
A) morbid obesity. B) mental retardation. C) androgyny. D) excess facial and body hair.