The Leakey Family Made a Significant Find in 1959 with the Discovery

question 25

Multiple Choice

The Leakey family made a significant find in 1959 with the discovery of Australopithecus boisei. Why was this discovery so important?

• A) it demonstrated that the earliest hominids were living in Europe
• B) it demonstrated that early hominids were present in East Africa, not just South Africa
• C) because it only took two years to find
• D) it proved South Africa was the only place in Africa to find evidence of early hominids

Recognize the role of genetics and environmental factors in the development of psychological disorders.

Identify treatment options for schizophrenia and their targeted symptoms.

Understand the mechanisms and effectiveness of treatments for depression, including medication and electroconvulsive therapy.

Differentiate the role of genetic predispositions in addiction and psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Adolescence

The transitional stage of physical and psychological development that occurs between childhood and adulthood, characterized by significant growth and change.

Insecure Attachment

A type of attachment characterized by anxiety, avoidance, or ambivalence toward caregivers, often resulting from inconsistent or unresponsive caregiving.

Caregivers

Individuals who are responsible for attending to the needs of a child or dependent adult, providing physical and emotional support.

Patterns of Conflict

Recurrent ways in which disagreements or disputes are expressed, managed, and resolved between parties.