Juan Needed to Decide If He Should Live at Home

question 106

Multiple Choice

Juan needed to decide if he should live at home with his parents or in a dorm this year.He liked the idea of the freedom of the dorm but knew it was cheaper to live at home.According to cognitive dissonance theory,after deciding to stay at home Juan will likely

• A)wish that he had decided to move to the dorm.
• B)feel like he made the right decision wish he could have afforded the move.
• C)feel confident that he made the best decision;dorms are expensive and dirty anyway.
• D)change his mind at the last minute and ultimately live in the dorms.

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Definitions:

Developmental Sequence

The ordered progression of behavioral, cognitive, or physical changes that occur as a person grows and matures.

Family Cycle

The series of stages through which a family progresses over time, including formation, expansion, contracting, and dissolution.

Family Pattern

Refers to the characteristics and dynamics within a family structure, including roles, relationships, and interactions among family members.

Erikson's Theory

A developmental theory that outlines eight stages of psychosocial development, each characterized by a specific conflict that needs to be resolved.