Which of the Following Gives the BEST Description of How

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following gives the BEST description of how life-span psychologists describe "development"?

• A) the pattern of movement or change that begins at conception and lasts through the human life span
• B) the pattern or movement of change that begins at conception and forms an adult's personality and physiology
• C) the growth in skills and processes experienced from childhood through adolescence
• D) the change in personality and perspective experienced by individuals between adolescence and adulthood

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Definitions:

Severity

The degree or intensity of a situation or condition, often used in the context of problems or diseases.

Substance Use

The consumption of drugs or alcohol, which can range from moderate use to dependency or addiction.

Tolerance

The ability or willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behavior that one dislikes or disagrees with.

Child Neglect

The failure of a parent or caregiver to provide for the basic needs of a child, including food, shelter, medical care, education, and emotional nurturing.