Psychology and Development Quiz

When twelve-month-old Henry searches for a ball that rolled under the couch, what cognitive milestone is he demonstrating?

• Egocentrism

• Object permanence

• Animism

• Conservation

A child who compares their school performance to that of peers and starts evaluating their own abilities is in which of Erikson’s psychosocial stages?

• Initiative vs. Guilt

• Industry vs. Inferiority

• Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

• Identity vs. Role Confusion

A therapist encourages a client to challenge their irrational beliefs and replace them with logical alternatives. This is most consistent with:

• Behavioral therapy

• Cognitive therapy

• Humanistic therapy

• Psychoanalytic therapy

Malik often feels a persistent, uncontrollable sense of dread and worry about many areas of life. Which disorder fits best?

• Panic disorder

• Generalized anxiety disorder

• Specific phobia

• Major depressive disorder

According to Albert Ellis, irrational thinking patterns are the primary cause of psychological distress. This belief is part of:

• Rational-emotive behavior therapy

• Client-centered therapy

• Behavior modification

• Free association

To test her baby’s grasp reflex, Layla would:

• Touch the baby’s palm

• Rub the baby’s cheek

• Shine a light into the baby’s eyes

• Move a toy across the baby’s visual field

Which of the following is considered an anxiety disorder?

• autism spectrum disorder

• ADHD

• Panic disorder

• major depressive disorder

A parent who places clear rules but allows dialogue and warmth is best described as:

• Permissive

• Authoritarian

• Authoritative

• Neglectful

A child with intense difficulty in social communication, limited eye contact, and insistence on sameness might be diagnosed with:

• Autism spectrum disorder

• ADHD

• Conduct disorder

• Bipolar disorder

A preschooler asks their mom, “Do you like my drawing?” while she’s in another room. This illustrates:

• Egocentrism

• Conservation

• Theory of mind

• Accommodation