According to Erikson, a Newborn's Primary Concern Is to Form

question 27

Multiple Choice

According to Erikson, a newborn's primary concern is to form

• A)a sense of independence and free will
• B)an attachment to a caregiver based on the belief that his or her basic needs will be met
• C)acquire specific skills
• D)explore the environment

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Definitions:

Cognitive Appraisal Theory

The idea that our subjective experience of emotions is determined by a two-step process involving a primary appraisal of benefit or harm, and a secondary appraisal providing a more differentiated emotional experience.

Secondary Appraisal

The process of evaluating one's options and determining how to cope with a potential stressor after initially appraising its potential threat.

General Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, encompassing both physical and emotional components.

Background Emotions

The underlying, often unconscious emotional states that influence individuals' perceptions and behaviors.