In regard to the "storm and stress" view of adolescence, most researchers have found
A) that the adolescent period of life represents a recapitulation of the evolutionary
development of the species.
B) that this view is a stereotype and inaccurately describes the experiences of most
adolescents.
C) that the tumultuousness of the period is largely determined by hormones.
D) support for this view.
B
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Compared to her twin brother, Brianna's self-esteem is more affected by how she feels about the way she looks. In the United States, this occurs because girls __________.
A. do not participate in sports and boys do B. perceive a high standard of physical beauty based on images of women in the media C. are more likely than boys to tease one another about physical appearance D. are often criticized by their parents for their physical appearance and clothing
An adolescent's belief that other people are as concerned with their thoughts and behavior as they are is called the
a. personal fable. c. pretend view. b. imaginary audience. d. personal fantasy.
What is empirical research?
a) Scientific studies b) Autobiographies Consider This: This type of research is objective. LO 1.1: Explain adult development in terms of ‘stability and change' and ‘stages and continuity' c) Personal experiences Consider This: This type of research is objective. LO 1.1: Explain adult development in terms of ‘stability and change' and ‘stages and continuity' d) Common knowledge Consider This: This type of research is objective. LO 1.1: Explain adult development in terms of ‘stability and change' and ‘stages and continuity'
Identical twins differ from fraternal (non-identical) twins in what way?
A) Identical twins do not share the same genes; fraternal twins do share the same genes. B) Identical twins do not share the same environment during childhood; fraternal twins share the same environment during childhood. C) Identical twins are just twins that look similar in physical features; fraternal twins are twins that share no similar physical features. D) Identical twins come from one fertilized egg that splits; fraternal twins come from two separately fertilized eggs. E) Identical twins tend to be more physically attractive; fraternal twins tend to be more intelligent.