Jeb is finishing high school, and he does not know whether he wants to go to college or get a job. Rather than explore the options, he chooses to stay home during the summer and watch television. Erikson would say that Jeb is exhibiting
a. shame and doubt.
b. despair.
c. role confusion.
d. stagnation.
C
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a. conversion disorder c. dissociation b. somatization disorder d. panic disorder
Systems, such as astrology and graphology, enjoy wide popularity because of their
a. uncritical acceptance. b. scientific basis. c. accuracy in predicting people's future behavior. d. cost.
If given the choice, which alternative will the rational person choose?
A) 90% opportunity to gain $100 B) 50% opportunity to gain $1,000 C) 40% opportunity to gain $2,000 D) 10% opportunity to gain $4,000
What characteristic contributes most to declining self-esteem in adolescence?
a. school achievement c. competence in sports b. physical appearance d. popularity with peers