Stefan's Parents Are Very Articulate and Provide an Environment That

question 147

Multiple Choice

Stefan's parents are very articulate and provide an environment that is rich in verbal stimuli.Stefan's mother states that because of this environment, he began to use telegraphic speech when he was only 6 months old.Would a developmentalist accept the mother's statement as plausible?

• A)No, but only if he or she supports the nativist view of language development.
• B)Yes, but only if he or she supports the learning view of language development.
• C)No, regardless of his or her view of language development.
• D)Yes, but only if he or she supports the interactionist view of language development.

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Definitions:

Explosive Outbursts

Sudden and extreme expressions of emotion, often anger or frustration, that are disproportionate to the situation at hand.

Aggression

Behavior aimed at causing harm or pain to another person, often manifested through physical violence or verbal attacks.

Psychotherapies

Various forms of treatment for mental disorders using psychological techniques rather than medical means, aiming to improve an individual's well-being and mental health.

Intermittent Explosive Disorder

A behavioral disorder characterized by sudden episodes of unwarranted anger or aggression.