Harlow (1958) Studied Newborn Rhesus Monkeys to Investigate

question 20

Multiple Choice

Harlow (1958) studied newborn rhesus monkeys to investigate:

• A) monkeys' preferences for different kinds of peanuts.
• B) the importance of a warm ambient temperature in their home cage.
• C) the effects of social isolation and deprivation of contact.
• D) the mental capacity for learning sign language.

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Definitions:

Self-Theories

The beliefs that individuals hold about their abilities, potential, and identity, which can shape their motivation and behavior.

Central Component

is a fundamental element or core part of a system, theory, or structure.

Erik Erikson's Theory

A psychoanalytic theory that describes eight stages of human development, each characterized by a specific psychological conflict that contributes to a person's growth.

Comfortable

A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint, as well as providing a sense of psychological ease and contentment.