The Distinct Family-Related Phases That an Individual Progresses Through Over

question 129

Multiple Choice

The distinct family-related phases that an individual progresses through over the course of the individual's life are called the

• A)family growth chart.
• B)life stage sequence.
• C)progression timeline.
• D)family life cycle.
• E)life stage continuum.

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Definitions:

Dissociation

A mental process of disconnecting from one’s thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of identity.

Repression

A defense mechanism in psychoanalytic theory where unwanted or uncomfortable thoughts and memories are pushed into the unconscious mind.

Retroactive Interference

A memory phenomenon where newer information interferes with the recall of previously learned information.

Proactive Interference

A phenomenon where older memories hinder the recall of newer memories, often affecting learning processes and memory retrieval.