Differences Can Strengthen a Relationship When Each Partner's Characteristics Satisfy

question 36

Multiple Choice

Differences can strengthen a relationship when each partner's characteristics satisfy the other's needs. This is how we choose friendships based on

• A) similarity.
• B) complementarity.
• C) mutual liking.
• D) rewards.

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Definitions:

Positive Symptoms

Symptoms of disorders, such as schizophrenia, that include manifestations of unusual or exaggerated behaviors, thoughts, or perceptions.

Negative Symptoms

Features often found in psychiatric conditions, such as lack of pleasure in everyday life, lack of ability to start and sustain planned activities, or speaking little even when forced to interact.

Responsiveness

The quality of reacting quickly and positively, especially to the needs, problems, or wishes of others.

Treatment

The management and care of a patient for the purpose of combating a disease or disorder.