The Concept of Mental Age as a Means of Describing

question 54

Multiple Choice

The concept of mental age as a means of describing performance on an intelligence test has been

• A) criticized for being too narrow.
• B) deemed unethical by all state psychological associations.
• C) criticized for being too broad.
• D) found to be extremely useful in studies of autism.

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Definitions:

Postpartum Psychosis

A severe mental health condition that can affect new mothers, characterized by extreme mood swings, confusion, hallucinations, and delusions, primarily occurring shortly after childbirth.

Psychological Disorders

Mental disorders characterized by patterns of behavior or thought that are disruptive, distressing, and deviate from social norms, affecting daily functioning.

Substance Abuse

The harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs.

Klaus And Kennell

Researchers known for their work on maternal-infant bonding, advocating for immediate skin-to-skin contact to promote attachment.