Suppose That the Plasticity Principle Did NOT Apply to Development;

question 6

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the plasticity principle did NOT apply to development; if this were true, it would imply that

• A)babies would not be motivated to consume plastic things.
• B)children who grow up in terrible circumstances would suffer inevitably from their deficiencies.
• C)parental training would be vital for children to develop normally.
• D)boy/girl gender differences would be nonexistent.

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Definitions:

Pleasure

A feeling of happiness or satisfaction derived from experiences that are enjoyable or fulfilling.

Comfort

A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint; the easing or alleviation of a person's feelings of grief or distress.

Distressed Attachment Pattern

Refers to insecure attachment behaviors and feelings experienced in relationships, often stemming from negative early life experiences.

Behavior Problem

Any type of behavior that is disruptive, harmful, or otherwise considered inappropriate by societal standards.