When Dealing with the Public,one of the Most Difficult Things

question 30

Multiple Choice

When dealing with the public,one of the most difficult things that parents are likely to face is

• A)the inappropriate responses of their children to others.
• B)the poor report cards they may get from school.
• C)feeling guilty because they might be receiving special treatment,such as special education services.
• D)inappropriate responses of others to their children with disabilities.

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Definitions:

Drive Reduction Theory

A psychological concept that suggests motivation arises from the desire to reduce an uncomfortable internal state caused by unmet needs.

Homeostasis

The self-regulating process by which biological systems tend to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Arousal Theory

A theory suggesting that people are motivated to maintain an optimal level of arousal, which varies from one individual to another.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposed by Abraham Maslow that presents a hierarchy of human needs, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.