Dementia

question 114

Multiple Choice

Dementia

• A) is part of the normal aging process.
• B) is the main cause of Alzheimer's disease.
• C) is an abnormal condition marked by multiple cognitive deficits.
• D) is a function of the progressive neuronal loss associated with aging.

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Definitions:

Initiative Versus Guilt

Initiative versus guilt is a stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, where children aged 3 to 5 years learn to initiate activities and interact with others or experience guilt for their actions and thoughts.

Erikson

A reference to Erik Erikson, a developmental psychologist known for his theory on the psychological stages of human development.

Piagetian Process

Refers to the cognitive processes and mechanisms proposed by Jean Piaget, such as assimilation, accommodation, and equilibration, that explain how knowledge develops in children.

Sucking Reflex

An innate reflex in infants that prompts them to suck any object placed in their mouth, aiding in feeding.