Many children develop a fear of the dark during the late preschool and early school years, based, in part, on
a. their belief that something really is lurking in the dark.
b. their increased experience to situations in which things do lurk in the dark.
c. the influence of their friends' telling stories about things that lurk in the dark.
d. their ability to generate ideas about what might be lurking in the dark.
D
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Many people with autism are preoccupied with inanimate objects and may ignore everything else for hours. This symptom of autistic behavior is known as
a. repetitive behavior. b. bizarre behavior patterns. c. abnormal behavior. d. autistic behavioral pattern.
Which of the following is true regarding the effectiveness of cognitive therapy?
a. Its benefits tend to be shorter lasting than other forms of therapy. b. It is effective with a variety of symptoms. c. Few studies have been conducted to examine cognitive therapy's effectiveness. d. It is less effective than psychoanalysis.
At what age do children provide assistance to someone else and can determine, at some level, situations in which help is needed and when it is not?
a. 18 months c. 3 years b. 2 years d. 4 years
What professional credential is based on meeting predetermined qualifications and typically requires passing an exam?
a. Licensure b. Certification c. Doctor of Philosophy d. Masters degree