If You Wonder About the Adaptive Purpose of a Common

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Multiple Choice

If you wonder about the adaptive purpose of a common behaviour (such as toddlers following their mothers around or teenagers wanting more independence from their parents) your wondering would be MOST consistent with the principles of

• A) cultural psychology.
• B) humanism.
• C) biological psychology.
• D) evolutionary psychology.

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Definitions:

Avoiding

refers to the behavioral strategy of staying away from certain situations, tasks, or individuals to prevent discomfort or conflict.

Threats

Potential sources of harm or adverse outcomes that can affect individuals, groups, or organizations.

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an organism or individual, usually in relation to the environment or context.

Developmental Needs

The essential requirements necessary for an individual's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social growth and well-being at various stages of life.