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According to Kernberg, Children Who Fail to Synthesize Contradictory Images

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According to Kernberg, children who fail to synthesize contradictory images of good and bad in themselves and others are likely to have tendencies toward ______.


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Metatrait

A higher-order personality trait that reflects a fundamental dimension underpinning multiple related traits.

Stability

The consistency or permanence of a certain state, condition, or trait over time.

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by attributes such as being kind, sympathetic, cooperative, warm, and considerate.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, often referred to as the "stress hormone," as it is involved in response to stress and anxiety.

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