Don Dove into a Swimming Pool and Hit His Head

question 500

Multiple Choice

Don dove into a swimming pool and hit his head in the side. He suffered a concussion and damaged his hippocampus. Now he cannot remember anything that happened after he woke up. Don is suffering from

• A)retrograde amnesia
• B)anterograde amnesia
• C)proactive interference
• D)retroactive interference
• E)memory decay

---

Definitions:

Ideal Self

Refers to a person's conception of how they would like to be, embodying their aspirations, goals, and personal standards.

Mental Health

A state of well-being in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and is able to make a contribution to their community.

Self-Regulation

The ability of an individual to manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors towards achieving long-term goals.

Self-Efficacy

An individual's belief in their own ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task, which plays a significant role in how goals, tasks, and challenges are approached.