When administering a neonatal exam, Lisa rings a bell to a sleeping infant. The infant moves

its body and head after each bell ring, but gradually stops. This reduction in responding is
known as __________.

Fill in the blanks with correct word

habituation

Psychology

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Mike and Carol share an incredibly strong need to be with each other and strong emotional arousal when together. Their relationship is an example of:

a. companionate love b. empty love c. passionate love d. friendship

Psychology

Which of Jeffrey Arnett's five features of emerging adulthood is characterized by freedom to make independent decisions?

a. The age of feeling in-between. c. The age of possibilities. b. The age of instability. d. The age of self-focus.

Psychology