Erikson Theorized That a Negative Identity Is One That

question 32

Multiple Choice

Erikson theorized that a negative identity is one that:

• A)is based on little exploration of choices.
• B)represents the opposite of what is valued by one's parents.
• C)is in "time-out."
• D)involves delinquency and drug use.
• E)is focused on the expectation of few choices and a poor self-image.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first alone.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process in which a behavior is strengthened by the outcome that follows, whether it's positive (reward) or negative (removal of an undesirable stimulus).

Punishment

A consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Increase

A rise or growth in quantity, size, strength, or another measurable factor.