Adults Perceive Speech Sounds

question 21

Multiple Choice

Adults perceive speech sounds

• A) continuously.
• B) categorically, when the sounds come from their native language, and continuously, when the sounds do not come from their native language.
• C) categorically, perceiving all phonemic categories used in human language.
• D) categorically, perceiving only phonemic contrasts used in their native language.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

A type of psychotherapy aimed at changing negative patterns of thought to alter emotions and behaviors.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, leading to significant impairment in daily life.

Suicide Risk

The likelihood that an individual will attempt to take their own life, influenced by factors such as mental health conditions, stress, and personal circumstances.

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic treatment for mental health problems involving talking to a psychologist or other mental health professional.