The Growth in Connections Between Brain Cells That Occurs in Waves

question 264

Multiple Choice

The growth in connections between brain cells that occurs in waves supports which theory of cognitive development?

• A)Piaget's stage theory
• B)learning theory
• C)Vygotsky's sociocultural theory
• D)humanistic theory

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Definitions:

Attitude Functions

The roles that attitudes play in the cognitive and social processes of an individual, such as expressing values or guiding actions.

Value-Expressive Function

A psychological function wherein attitudes and preferences express the individual's central values and self-concept.

Motives

Internal psychological forces that prompt a person toward a particular action or behavior, typically stemming from personal desires or needs.

ABC Model

A cognitive behavioral approach that describes the relationships between antecedents, behavior, and consequences; often used in psychology to understand and modify behavior.