Over Time, Self-Esteem

question 36

Multiple Choice

Over time, self-esteem

• A)varies among domains.
• B)usually decreases into young adulthood.
• C)is separate from personality characteristics.
• D)have can some degree of heritability.

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Definitions:

Schema

A cognitive framework that organizes and interprets information in the brain.

Gestalt

A theory in psychology that emphasizes the idea that the whole of anything is greater than its parts, focusing on patterns and how they are perceived.

Perceptual Constancy

The brain's ability to maintain a stable perception of an object despite changes in sensory input, such as variations in lighting, angle, or distance.

Expectation

The belief or anticipation regarding the occurrence of a specific event or the arrival of certain conditions in the future.