Maria is a retired factory worker who lives with anxiety. Due to the fear of having anxiety attacks, she does not leave her house. This makes her feel trapped in her home, which creates distress. Which criterion would be most appropriate in deciding whether Maria's case represents an example of abnormality?

Briefly explain how quantitative change and qualitative change relate to continuity and discontinuity

What will be an ideal response?

According to Erikson, what is the central issue of adolescence?

A) To develop a sense of autonomy, or become ashamed of one's inability to be independent of parents B) To develop initiative and become purposeful and goal-oriented, or to be guilty about inability to focus and achieve C) To form intimate relationships, or to risk isolation and rejection D) To examine one's identity and possible roles, or risk confusion about the future