According to Erik Erickson When People Have Achieved True Intimacy

question 88

Multiple Choice

According to Erik Erickson when people have achieved true intimacy they

• A) are able to make life-long commitments to another.
• B) experience feelings of despair and bitterness.
• C) become self-indulgent and self-absorbed.
• D) endorse empathy and openness.

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Definitions:

Lowballing

A sales and negotiation tactic where an initial, lower price is offered to entice a buyer, before it is subsequently raised once the buyer is interested or committed.

Mere Exposure

A mental effect where individuals grow fond of things simply because they are accustomed to them.

Reciprocal Helping

A cooperative behavior where an individual helps another with the expectation that the favor will be returned in the future.

Altruism

The act of providing help when it is needed, with no apparent reward for doing so.