Which Has NOT Been Proposed as a Key Factor in Explaining

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which has NOT been proposed as a key factor in explaining why personality is so stable across the lifespan?

• A) Heredity
• B) Lasting effects of childhood
• C) Biological factors like diseases
• D) The tendency of environments to remain stable

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Definitions:

Depression

A common mental disorder characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, and a lack of energy or motivation, impacting daily functioning.

Excessive Reassurance Seeking

Part of Coyne’s model of depression where a depressed person seeks reassurance about him- or herself from non-depressed people.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles, often used as a supplement to treat insomnia and jet lag.

Seasonal Affective Disorder

A type of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, typically in the winter months, associated with reduced exposure to sunlight.