On the Basis of Interviews and Observations of Predominantly White

question 34

Multiple Choice

On the basis of interviews and observations of predominantly white, middle-class preschoolers and their parents, Diana Baumrind and her colleagues found that children of authoritative parents:

• A) appeared more self-reliant, self-controlled, willing to explore, and content than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.
• B) tended to be relatively immature and had difficulty controlling their impulses than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.
• C) tended to lack social competence in dealing with other children than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.
• D) tended to withdraw from social contact and were less likely to take the initiative than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.

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Definitions:

Disinhibiting

Reducing or removing inhibitions, leading to a decrease in the control over impulses and behavior.

Dehydrating

The process of removing moisture or water content from a substance, often resulting in preservation or concentration.

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, more vivid dreaming, and increased brain activity.

EEG Recordings

Measurements of the electrical activity in the brain captured through electrodes placed on the scalp, used in diagnosing and monitoring neurological conditions.