The Case of Dave Pelzer Illustrates That Despite a Disturbing

question 146

Multiple Choice

The case of Dave Pelzer illustrates that despite a disturbing childhood,one can become a successful and competent adult.His case illustrates the concept of:

• A) resiliency
• B) androgyny
• C) aggression
• D) conservation

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Definitions:

Prospective Memory

The aspect of memory that involves remembering to perform a planned action or recall a planned intention at some future point in time.

Context-dependent Memory

Context-dependent memory refers to the improved recall of specific information when the context present at encoding and retrieval of the information is the same.

Memory Reconsolidation

The process by which previously consolidated memories are recalled and then stored again for long-term memory.

Negative Memories

Recollections of past events that evoke negative emotions.