American Parents Who Use Shame and Withdrawal of Love in Early

question 145

Multiple Choice

American parents who use shame and withdrawal of love in early childhood have been associated with which of the following outcomes for their children?

• A)anxiety, aggression, and problems with peer relations
• B)strong ego development
• C)moral development, social maturity, and psychological control
• D)academic success, athletic superiority, and fairness

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Definitions:

Crespi

Refers to psychologist Leonard Crespi, known for his work in experimental psychology, especially in motivational research involving rewards.

Hunger Rats

Rats that are used in research studies to investigate the physiological, psychological, and behavioral processes related to hunger and satiety.

Reward

A positive reinforcement that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Anticipatory Goal Responses

Behavioral or physiological responses that occur in anticipation of achieving a goal, often motivating the individual towards the goal.