According to Robert Selman, in Which of the Following Stages

question 94

Multiple Choice

According to Robert Selman, in which of the following stages in children's concepts of friendship do children (adolescents, and adults) understand that friendships grow and change as people change and that they may need different friends to satisfy different needs?

• A) Autonomous interdependence
• B) Momentary physical interaction
• C) Fair-weather cooperation
• D) Intimate and mutual sharing

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Definitions:

Intermittent Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule in which rules or rewards are given out or enforced irregularly.

Avoid Satiation

Strategies to prevent a reduction in effectiveness or enjoyment of a stimulus due to excessive repeated exposure.

Contingency Contracts

Written agreements used in behavior modification that outline specific expectations and consequences for behavior.

Group-Oriented Contingency

A behavior management approach where the consequences for behavior are applied to a group rather than individuals, often used to promote teamwork and collective responsibility.