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Week 4 Key Terms
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Nursing
Undergraduate 1
09/16/2011

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Conservation
Definition
knowledge that objects can change but keep many original characteristics
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Reversibility
Definition
changes in objects can be reserved
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Reciprocity
Definition
ability to consider more than one point of view 
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Classification
Definition
combining objects into categories
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Seriation
Definition
process of making an orderly arrangement
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Compensation
Definition
changes in one dimension can be offset by changes in another
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Dyslexia
Definition
a learning disability where reading is usually difficult
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Dyscalcula
Definition
a learning disability where performing mathematical tasks is usually difficult
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Metacognition
Definition
thinking about one's thoughts
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Social cognition
Definition
the understanding of other people and groups
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Latency Stage
Definition
Freud's psycho sexual stage of development where drives are at rest & repressed, and unconscious conflicts are submerged
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Adolescent egocentrism
Definition
a focus on oneself and no one else
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Invincibility fable
Definition
teens believe to be immortal & nothing bad can happen to them; false sense of security
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Personal fable
Definition
teens believe their life is unique, heroic or mythical, "destined for greatness", fame/fortune
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Imaginary audience
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teens believe that people are constantly thinking about them. They fantasize about how others react to their appearance and behavior.
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Suicide ideation
Definition
extensive thoughts about committing suicide
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Foreclosure
Definition
acceptance of parental values and goals without exploring alternatives
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Para suicide
Definition
a non successful suicide attempt usually in the form of overdose, single occupant car crash, etc.
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Identity achievement
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a person knows he/she is unique and has a self-definition that includes sexual, political, moral, and vocational identity
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Identity  diffusion
Definition
confusion and uncertainty with regard to identity formation
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Moratorium
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a pause in identity formation that allows teens to explore alternatives without making a final decision
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