One of the Influences That Has Been Associated with the Development

question 13

Multiple Choice

One of the influences that has been associated with the development of borderline personality disorder is

• A)a history of child abuse or neglect.
• B)a developmental delay for major milestones (i.e., walking, talking).
• C)parental alcoholism.
• D)deficits in neurotransmitter circuits involving dopamine.

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Definitions:

Secure Attachment

A type of emotional bond where individuals feel confident and trust their relationship partners, often stemming from consistent caregiving in early life.

Attractive Toys

Playthings designed with features that are appealing to children, often stimulating their interest or desire to engage in play.

Egocentrism

A cognitive bias in which individuals overemphasize their own perspective and regard it as more important than others'.

Accommodation

In cognitive psychology, refers to the process of adjusting one's schemas and perceptions to better match incoming information.