The Systems Perspective Implies

question 76

Multiple Choice

The systems perspective implies:

• A)individuals are autonomous and independent of their families.
• B)the external environment is the most powerful influence on an individual's development.
• C)individuals are best understood through the context of their role in their family.
• D)systematic intervention is required to deconstruct an unhealthy family interaction pattern.

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Definitions:

Status Quo Bias

The preference for the current state of affairs, where changes are perceived as losses rather than gains, leading to resistance to change.

Temporal Discounting

The devaluation of future rewards or outcomes in favor of immediate benefits, reflecting an individual's preference for short-term gratification.

Certainty Effect

The tendency for people to give greater weight to outcomes that are certain, compared to outcomes that are only probable.

Self-Determination Theory

A theory of motivation that emphasizes the role of innate psychological needs in the development of personal growth and psychological well-being.