Which of the Following Best Exemplifies Social Referencing

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best exemplifies social referencing?

• A)Tom's father scolds Tom for being angry at his sister.
• B)Tom's father uses a light mood and a smile to transition Tom from an angry state to a calmer one.
• C)Tom's mother shows Tom pictures of different emotional expressions so that he can learn to imitate them.
• D)Tom's mother takes him away from his friends when he becomes angry at one of them for taking his toy.

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Definitions:

Synaptic Receptors

Protein molecules on the surface of neurons where neurotransmitters bind to transmit signals across synapses.

Active Ingredient

The component of a medication, herb, or concoction that is biologically or pharmacologically responsible for its effects.

Inhibitory Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters that decrease the probability of the neuron firing action potentials, thereby reducing neural activity.

Excitatory Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers in the nervous system that increase the likelihood that a neuron will fire an action potential.