CWP Human Development and Behavior 4

Question 1

According to Bandura's social cognitive theory, which factor is most critical for predicting whether a person will attempt behavior change?

Accepted Answer

Self-efficacy beliefs

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External rewards available

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Peer pressure

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Biological readiness

Question 2

A client consistently avoids social situations due to fear of negative evaluation. This pattern is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Social anxiety rooted in cognitive distortions

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Introversion as a stable personality trait

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Normal shyness in the developmental context

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Schizoid personality tendencies

Question 3

Which model describes human motivation as arising from the interaction of autonomy, competence, and relatedness as fundamental psychological needs?

Accepted Answer

Self-determination theory

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs

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Expectancy-value theory

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Two-factor theory

Question 4

In the context of human development, 'epigenetics' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Changes in gene expression without altering DNA sequence

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Genetic mutations caused by lifestyle choices

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The study of genes that influence personality only

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Inherited trauma passed through storytelling

Question 5

Which term describes the tendency for individuals to overestimate the impact of a future event on their emotional well-being?

Accepted Answer

Affective forecasting error

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Cognitive dissonance

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Optimism bias

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Negativity bias

Question 6

A wellness practitioner applying the 'transtheoretical model' to a client who is aware of their unhealthy behavior but not yet ready to change would place them in which stage?

Accepted Answer

Contemplation

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Precontemplation

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Preparation

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Maintenance

Question 7

The 'social determinants of health' framework is most aligned with which developmental concept in wellness practice?

Accepted Answer

Environmental and contextual influences on well-being

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Genetic predisposition to illness

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Individual willpower as the primary driver of health

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Biological age as the main health predictor