Which of the Following Describes Lev Vygotsky's Belief About the Development

question 136

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes Lev Vygotsky's belief about the development of thought and language?

• A) Thought and language are merged early in development and later separate.
• B) Thought depends on language, and they are merged throughout development.
• C) Thought and language initially develop independently of each other and then merge.
• D) Thought and language are two separate functions that remain independent throughout development.

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Definitions:

Manic Episodes

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Automatic Thoughts

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Beck's Approach

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Unipolar Depression

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