Prosocial Behavior

question 41

Multiple Choice

Prosocial behavior

• A) decreases with age in childhood and then increases into adulthood.
• B) is less common than self-focused discomfort (in response to others' distress) before the age of 18 months.
• C) is rarely seen in children under the age of 2, although they often display empathy and sympathy.
• D) is less common than aggressive behavior in response to others' distress.

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Definitions:

Narcissistic Disorder

A mental condition characterized by a long-term pattern of exaggerated self-importance, the need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

Lost Appetite

A decreased desire to eat, which can be caused by various factors including illness, emotional stress, or other conditions.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities within a single individual.

Controversial Disorder

A disorder that is subject to debate or dispute within the medical or psychological community, often due to unclear symptoms or overlapping diagnoses.