Which of the Following Statements Is Supported by Research on Abnormal

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is supported by research on abnormal crying?

• A) The cries of brain-damaged babies are often shrill, piercing, and shorter in duration than those of healthy infants.
• B) Colic generally subsides between 8 and 12 months.
• C) Colic is usually a sign of central nervous system damage.
• D) Infants who have experienced prenatal and birth complications tend to have persistent, low-pitched cries.

Explain the impact of cognition and physiological states on the interpretation and experience of emotions.

Understand the significance of the autonomic nervous system in generating emotional reactions.

Describe the role of facial expressions and bodily responses in experiencing and communicating emotions.

Distinguish between the effects of different types of spinal cord injuries on emotional experiences.

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Definitions:

Thomas and Chess

Psychologists known for their research on temperament, categorizing children's behavior across nine dimensions to describe their personality.

Autonomy

Autonomy refers to the capacity to make informed, uncoerced decisions independently, often considered an essential aspect of personal development and ethical philosophy.

Continuity Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals tend to maintain consistent patterns of behavior, identity, and personality over their lifetime.

Trust-versus-mistrust

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where an infant learns to trust others if their basic needs are met, or develops mistrust if not.