Ratings of Infants' Temperament Are

question 129

Multiple Choice

Ratings of infants' temperament are

• A)typically based on objective observations in laboratory settings.
• B)often based on parental ratings.
• C)unaffected by mothers' psychological characteristics.
• D)predictive of later behavior only when the initial ratings are positive.

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Definitions:

Motor Disturbances

Disruptions or impairments in the capacity to perform voluntary muscle movements, often indicative of neurological disorders.

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions.

Negative Emotions

Feelings or responses that are generally distressing and unpleasant, such as sadness, anger, or fear, which can impact behavior and decision-making.

Bipolar II

A subtype of bipolar disorder characterized by patterns of depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes, but not the full-blown manic episodes of Bipolar I.