LaTanya is only two years old, and recently she has begun playing with an imaginary friend whom she has named Bonnie. LaTanya’s parents wonder why this is occurring, as LaTanya has two older siblings and often has play dates with other children her own age. What would you advise her parents?
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Although identical twins share 100% of their genetic code a…
Although identical twins share 100% of their genetic code and are often similar, they are never truly “identical.” Which of the following explains these differences?
Eleven-month-old Oreo loves cookies. One day he sees his mo…
Eleven-month-old Oreo loves cookies. One day he sees his mother putting cookies into cups for a party. As he is watching, his mom puts one cookie into the first two cups, two cookies into the next two cups, and three cookies into the last two cups. If Oreo is a normally developing 10-month-old who likes cookies, he will most likely reach for
Marion has learned that whenever she cries in a specific wa…
Marion has learned that whenever she cries in a specific way, her parents will give her the attention that she is seeking. Therefore she cries in that way whenever she wants that attention. The process of ____ conditioning has led to this outcome.
The suppression of fear, anger, and joy by adults based on…
The suppression of fear, anger, and joy by adults based on social norms is an example of emotional ____.
If a group of children are playing together, which of the f…
If a group of children are playing together, which of the following games would NOT be an example of cooperative play?
Charlotte has just found out that she is pregnant, and she…
Charlotte has just found out that she is pregnant, and she is thrilled about the news. She is concerned, however, because although she knows that her weight and body will change over the next several months, she wants those changes to be healthy. Which of the following advice should you give?
Marielle and Dominic have not seen each other since high sc…
Marielle and Dominic have not seen each other since high school, and they are both getting ready to attend their 30-year reunion. Marielle remembers Dominic as being a very playful, funny, and easy-going person. She is looking forward to seeing him, and expects that he will be very much the same as he was 30 years ago. Marielle’s expectation demonstrates a belief in
Maryanne was born at a weight of 8.2 pounds. If her growth…
Maryanne was born at a weight of 8.2 pounds. If her growth is typical of most children, about how much will she weigh at her first birthday party?
When one’s actions or remarks support others and sustain in…
When one’s actions or remarks support others and sustain interactions, they can be described as engaging in ____ exchange.