The Statistics Shown in the Graph at the Below Are

question 58

Multiple Choice

The statistics shown in the graph at the below are from the 2007 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) , an annual in person survey of Americans regarding their health-and illness-related experiences. The Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) section gathered information on 23,393 adults aged 18 and older. (Source: http://nccam.nih.gov /news/camstats/2007/ ) Use the following graph of the 23,393 adults included in the survey, how many use Meditation as part of CAM therapy? Round to the nearest whole number.

• A) 2099
• B) 2299
• C) 2199
• D) 2399
• E) 1999

Know the key body parts and psychological themes associated with each developmental stage.

Understand the concept of epigenetic principle in the context of psychosocial development.

Know Erikson's views on the importance of ego development over biological or innate tendencies.

Recognize the role of basic strengths that develop at each stage and their importance to personality development.

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Definitions:

Continuity Theory

The theory suggesting that people need to maintain their desired level of involvement in society in order to maximize their sense of well-being and self-esteem.

Aging

The process of becoming older, a sequence of physical, psychological, and social changes over time.

Midlife Transition

A period in middle adulthood during which people begin to reassess their achievements, goals, and aspirations, often leading to significant personal change.

Daniel Levinson

A psychologist known for his theory on human development, especially regarding stages of life, including the concept of the mid-life crisis.