According to James Marcia, the status of adolescents who may have explored various identity alternatives to some degree, but have not yet committed themselves, is called
a) moratorium.
b) identity achievement.
c) identity diffusion.
d) identity foreclosure.
a
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a. defense mechanism stages. b. fixation stages. c. psychological stages. d. psychosexual stages.
As views of substance dependence have changed based on scientific research, the real driving force behind repeated excessive drug use is now believed to be
A. psychological dependence, based on reinforcement. B. physical dependence, caused by tolerance. C. an allergic reaction to the substance. D. unmet psychological needs in early childhood.
The approach to more humane care for the terminally ill that integrates physical care for the terminally ill with the patient's family and home is called
a. hospice b. perpetual care c. a day hospital d. a life-support system
Rachel and Michael play near each other in the sandbox. Rachel uses a scoop and a sifter. Michael uses a pail and a shovel. They do not talk or try to influence each other's behavior. They are engaging in __________ play
A) cooperative B) associative C) parallel D) nonsocial