What Is an Important Characteristic of Erik Erikson's Theory of Psychosocial

question 26

Multiple Choice

What is an important characteristic of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development?

• A)There are no stages in development.
• B)Development does not end in adolescence.
• C)Children ages 5-12 are in a period of latency.
• D)Developmental changes are quantitative,not qualitative.

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Definitions:

Paradoxical Sleep

Another term for REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, a sleep stage characterized by vivid dreaming, increased brain activity, and temporary muscle paralysis.

Voluntary Muscles

Muscles that are under conscious control, used in actions such as speaking, walking, and grabbing objects.

SCN

Stands for the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus, a small region in the brain that regulates the circadian rhythms, including sleep-wake cycles.

Pineal Gland

A small endocrine gland in the vertebrate brain that produces the hormone melatonin, involved in regulating sleep patterns.