Mark,a 47-year-old man,is very shy.He has difficulty interacting with others because he feels awkward and does not easily express his thoughts and feelings.He is a relatively successful artist who lives alone in a rural Southern state.Mark also remembers being very shy as a child.Which of the following is not a likely explanation for the continuity of Mark's personality over his life span?

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While parenting practices can influence a child's development, it is unlikely that it is the sole reason for the continuity of Mark's shyness over his life span. It is more likely that a combination of genetic factors, Mark's personal choices and environmental factors have contributed to his shyness. Therefore, option B is the least likely explanation for the continuity of Mark's personality over his life span.

Mark,a 47-Year-Old Man,is Very Shy