Eva Is About to Become an Adolescent Mother

question 95

Multiple Choice

Eva is about to become an adolescent mother. Based on recent research, if she is a typical American teen, she and her child will better handle the situation if her parents _____.

• A) assume care for Eva and her child
• B) adopt Eva's child and raise the child as their own
• C) encourage Eva to move out of the house to raise her baby alone
• D) are supportive but do not assume complete care for her child

---

Definitions:

Psychosocial Development

Erik Erikson's theory that individuals pass through eight developmental stages, each involving a specific psychosocial conflict that contributes to personality development.

Psychosocial Development

A concept introduced by Erik Erikson, referring to the growth and development of the individual’s psyche in and interaction with their social environment.

Initiative

A willingness to take charge or begin actions independently.

Guilt

An emotional state that arises from the realization or belief that one has committed an error, offense, or violated a moral standard.