Other Intimacy Researchers Expanded the Intimacy Statuses Developed by Orlofsky

question 62

Essay

Other intimacy researchers expanded the intimacy statuses developed by Orlofsky et al. to include the merger status. Describe this status.

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Definitions:

Environmental Dangers

Refers to potential threats from the surrounding environment that can harm living organisms or ecosystems.

Encourage Dependence

The act of fostering reliance by someone on something or someone else, potentially inhibiting their autonomy and self-sufficiency.

Gross Motor Development

The progression of physical abilities involving large muscle movements, such as walking, running, and jumping.

Fine Motor Development

The development of the ability to control small muscles, leading to skills like writing, buttoning, and picking up small objects.