#1
Which theorist is associated with the concept of psychosocial development?
Erik Erikson
ExplanationErik Erikson is associated with psychosocial development theory.
#2
What is the primary focus of psychosocial development according to Erik Erikson?
Social interactions
ExplanationPsychosocial development focuses on social interactions.
#3
What is the term for the process through which children learn cultural values and norms?
Socialization
ExplanationSocialization is the process of learning cultural values and norms.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing psychosocial development?
Physical appearance
ExplanationPhysical appearance does not influence psychosocial development.
#5
Which of the following is NOT one of Erikson's stages of psychosocial development?
Self-actualization versus stagnation
ExplanationSelf-actualization versus stagnation is not an Erikson stage.
#6
What is the term for the process by which children learn language by imitating sounds they hear?
Language acquisition
ExplanationLanguage acquisition is learning language through imitation.
#7
At what stage does Erikson suggest that a sense of trust versus mistrust develops?
Infancy
ExplanationTrust versus mistrust develops during infancy.
#8
According to Erikson, what is the major crisis during the stage of 'identity versus role confusion'?
Identity versus confusion
ExplanationIdentity versus role confusion is the major crisis.
#9
What is the term for the emotional bond that forms between an infant and primary caregiver?
Attachment
ExplanationAttachment is the emotional bond between infant and caregiver.
#10
During which stage of psychosocial development do children typically begin to assert their independence?
Autonomy versus shame and doubt
ExplanationChildren assert independence during autonomy versus shame and doubt.
#11
During which stage of psychosocial development do individuals typically focus on developing intimate relationships?
Intimacy versus isolation
ExplanationIntimacy versus isolation focuses on developing intimate relationships.
#12
According to Erikson, what is the primary challenge during the stage of 'industry versus inferiority'?
Acquiring cognitive skills
ExplanationThe primary challenge is acquiring cognitive skills.
#13
In Erikson's theory, what is the main virtue associated with successful resolution of the 'integrity versus despair' stage?
Wisdom
ExplanationWisdom is associated with successful resolution.
#14
What is the term for the understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be observed?
Object permanence
ExplanationObject permanence is the understanding that objects persist.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a critique of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development?
It overemphasizes cognitive development
ExplanationOveremphasis on cognitive development is not a critique.
#16
What is the term for the process of modifying existing cognitive structures to incorporate new information?
Accommodation
ExplanationAccommodation is modifying cognitive structures.
#17
In Ainsworth's Strange Situation experiment, what behavior is typically displayed by securely attached children upon reunion with their caregiver?
Seeking comfort
ExplanationSecurely attached children seek comfort upon reunion.