The Adaptation-Level Phenomenon Refers to the

question 75

Multiple Choice

The adaptation-level phenomenon refers to the

• A)perception that one is worse off than those with whom one compares oneself.
• B)tendency for standards of judgment to be heavily influenced by previous experiences.
• C)tendency for emotional release to reduce levels of physiological arousal.
• D)tendency for evolution to favor organisms that adapt best to the environment.

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Definitions:

Separations

Instances where two or more individuals or entities discontinue their association or connection, which can occur in relationships, employment, or other bonds.

Ambivalent Attachment

A type of insecure attachment characterized by a child's intense distress when separated from a caregiver and ambivalence upon their return.

Attachment Figure

An individual who provides comfort, safety, and security for a child, often a parent or primary caregiver.

Hostile Upon Reunion

A term often used in psychology to describe the behavior of a child who reacts with anger or resistance when reunited with a caregiver after a separation.