Fixation Is

question 155

Multiple Choice

Fixation is

• A)also known as conditional thinking.
• B)a way of using insight to solve a problem.
• C)a mnemonic device.
• D)a barrier to problem solving.

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Definitions:

Adolescents

Individuals in the developmental stage of transition from childhood to adulthood, typically characterized by changes in physical, psychological, and social structures.

Identity

Our sense of self; according to Erikson, the adolescent’s task is to solidify a sense of self by testing and integrating various roles.

Competence

The ability to do something successfully or efficiently, often referring to a specific skill set or level of expertise.

Intimacy

In Erikson’s theory, the ability to form close, loving relationships; a primary developmental task in late adolescence and early adulthood.