Rasheed is 10 months old. His mother takes him to an unfamiliar neighbor's house while she goes to the doctor. Rasheed cries when she leaves and is happy when his mother returns. Rasheed probably has which type of attachment?

A) insecure-avoidant
B) insecure-resistant
C) secure
D) insecure disorganized


C) secure. The healthy type of attachment between an infant and a caregiver is a secure attachment.

Psychology

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Rhea works as an air traffic controller. This is a highly stressful job, and she constantly experiences stress while she is at work. Based on the research evidence that links stress with cardiovascular disease, you might expect that Rhea is likely to have:

a. high blood pressure and low cholesterol levels b. low blood pressure and high cholesterol levels c. high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels d. low blood pressure and low cholesterol levels

Psychology

As amount of time spent working declines in late adulthood, older adults spend a lot more time ______

a. engaged in reminiscing about the "good-old days" b. alone and unhappy c. looking for part-time work d. pursuing leisure activities

Psychology

Rats raised in environments that had cages decorated with colorful patterns and filled with platforms, ladders, and cubbyholes

a. became confused and withdrawn. b. became more aggressive and territorial in their behavior. c. developed a larger, heavier brain with a thicker cortex. d. were no different in physical or behavioral characteristics than the rats raised in the standard laboratory cages.

Psychology

The goal of social services workers is to help senior citizens attain what outcome?

A. longer periods between illnesses B. longer lives C. longer active lifespans D. increased mental capabilities

Psychology