A traumatic experience may trigger a lasting phobia in a child with a sensitive,high-strung temperament.The same experience,however,may have no long-term impact on a child with a more relaxed temperament.This best illustrates the role of ________ in the development of phobias.

A) epigenetics
B) resiliency
C) genetic predispositions
D) free-floating anxiety

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Marichu Lagdaan · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Genetic predispositions refer to a person's inherited genetic makeup that can influence the likelihood of developing certain traits or behaviors, such as a phobia. This scenario highlights how different temperaments, which can be influenced by genetics, can impact the likelihood of developing a phobia following a traumatic experience.

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