With the Palmar Reflex

question 104

Multiple Choice

With the palmar reflex,

• A) the child grasps objects pressed against the palm of her hand with four fingers.
• B) the child shows a startle response in reaction to sudden changes in position.
• C) the child voluntary reaches for and grasps objects.
• D) the child moves the head in the direction of sounds.

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Definitions:

Psychosexual Stage

Stages in Freudian theory during which, as children grow, they experience pleasure from specific body areas and its frustration might lead to psychological consequences.

Self-Mastery

The ability to control one's own behaviors and emotions, often seen as a key component of personal development and psychological health.

Transference

In psychotherapy, the process by which a patient transfers feelings towards an important individual onto the therapist.

Curative Process

The mechanisms and dynamics through which therapeutic interventions facilitate healing and psychological improvement.