Kelly Has Reached Adolescence and Experiences Difficulty Having Faith in Ideals

question 152

Multiple Choice

Kelly has reached adolescence and experiences difficulty having faith in ideals, such as truth, freedom, and honesty. According to Erikson, Kelly

• A) has a weak sense of trust.
• B) has poor initiative.
• C) lacks a sense of industry.
• D) recently overcome an identity crisis.

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Definitions:

Activating Event

In cognitive-behavioral therapy, an external situation or internal mental event that triggers a chain of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Cognitive Dissonance

The state of having inconsistent thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes, especially as relating to behavioral decisions and attitude change.

Eustress

A positive form of stress that is perceived as beneficial, motivating, or enhancing to one's functioning.

Predictability

The likelihood of forecasting an event based on current knowledge or patterns.