Optimal Social Development During Adolescence Most Likely Requires Healthy Relationships

question 86

Multiple Choice

Optimal social development during adolescence most likely requires healthy relationships with

• A) parents.
• B) peers.
• C) important non-parental adults.
• D) both parents and peers.

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Definitions:

Social/Polite Touch

involves the use of physical contact in social interactions to convey respect, acknowledgment, or a form of greeting, typically governed by cultural norms.

Touch Avoidance

A behavior or tendency to avoid physical contact with others, often due to personal, cultural, or psychological reasons.

Diffused Point Pattern

A spatial distribution where objects or phenomena are spread out over a large area without a discernible pattern.

Evaluative "You" Language

Phrases or statements that assess or judge the actions or characteristics of another person, often leading to defensiveness.