According to Attachment Theory,the Comfort Provided by a Mother or a Romantic

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Multiple Choice

According to attachment theory,the comfort provided by a mother or a romantic partner that allows a person to go into the world and confidently explore his or her environment is known as a/an

• A) exploratory reference.
• B) security blanket.
• C) center of operations.
• D) secure base.

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Definitions:

Instinct Theories

Theories suggesting that behavior is driven by innate, biologically determined instincts, which are automatic and unlearned responses to stimuli.

Injunctive Norm

Social norms that are perceived as the socially accepted way of behaving in a particular social context, including what behaviors are approved or disapproved by society.

Plasma Testosterone

The concentration of testosterone, a primary male sex hormone, present in the blood plasma.

Dominating

Exerting control or influence over others in an assertive or aggressive manner.