A______________is an Unsubstantiated Belief or Prediction Resulting in Behavior That

question 67

Multiple Choice

A______________is an unsubstantiated belief or prediction resulting in behavior that makes the originally false belief come true.

• A)self-fulfilling prophecy
• B)learning disability
• C)defeating perception
• D)fallacy of reasoning

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Definitions:

Genital Stage

A phase in Freud's psychosexual development theory occurring in puberty, where libido is centered on the genital area, and the focus is on mature sexual relationships.

Oral Stage

The first stage in Freudian psychosexual development, occurring from birth to about 18 months, where the mouth is the focal point of libidinal energy.

Assimilation

The incorporation of new events or knowledge into existing schemes.

Accommodation

The modification of existing schemes to permit the incorporation of new events or knowledge.