Teens face multiple pressures in trying to assume their own unique identity

Erikson, understanding that pressure, suggests that many teens will pursue a(n) ___________ in order to step back from their responsibilities and take some time to explore alternatives.
a. identity achievement c. psychological moratorium
b. study break d. adolescent egocentrism


c

Psychology

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Reggie has noticed conspicuous examples of drunkenness around campus, at fraternity parties, social gatherings, and other events. Based on this, he assumes that the majority of students drink heavily, and therefore so should he. Reggie has fallen prey to __________.

A. alcoholism B. the false consensus effect C. competitive drinking D. the perils of addiction

Psychology

The central nervous system is made up of two components:

A. brain and spinal cord B. sensory organs and afferent nerves C. brain and efferent nerves D. brain and somatic nerves

Psychology

Among identical twins, the concordance rate for schizophrenia is about 48%; among fraternal twins it is about ______.

A. 55% B. 45% C. 25% D. 17%

Psychology

According to Seligman, learned helplessness results because people learn that they are powerless to avoid punishment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology