Charles Has Been Going Out Drinking Frequently in Response to Feelings

question 64

Multiple Choice

Charles has been going out drinking frequently in response to feelings of self-discrepancy. He is using a type of coping technique known as

• A) social comparison.
• B) blunting self-awareness.
• C) changing one's behavior.
• D) expanding the possible self.

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Definitions:

Mary Ainsworth

A developmental psychologist known for her work on attachment theory, especially the Strange Situation procedure to observe attachment relationships between a caregiver and child.

Avoidant Attachment

A type of attachment style characterized by emotional distancing, independence, and reluctance to seek or accept comfort from others.

Secure Attachment

A type of emotional bond between a child and their caregiver characterized by the child's confidence in the caregiver's availability and responsiveness to their needs, leading to a sense of safety and security.

Definition of Temperament

An individual's innate predisposition towards emotional reactivity and intensity of response to the environment.