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According to attribution theory, the explanations we create for our behavior and the behavior of ...
According to attribution theory, the explanations we create for our behavior and the behavior of ...
According to attribution theory, the explanations we create for our behavior and the behavior of others generally fall into two categories. Describe these two categories. In your essay, discuss key concepts in attribution theory, such as the fundamen
nichania   121   1 Reply
A year ago
What are some of the common characteristics of culture?
What are some of the common characteristics of culture?
What are some of the common characteristics of culture?
nichania   93   1 Reply
A year ago
Define the memory trace decay theory of forgetting.
Define the memory trace decay theory of forgetting.
Define the memory trace decay theory of forgetting.
rockabye   112   1 Reply
A year ago
What is self-actualization, and how is it related to having a peak experience?
What is self-actualization, and how is it related to having a peak experience?
What is self-actualization, and how is it related to having a peak experience?
litemarc   92   1 Reply
A year ago
Discuss how heredity is related to intelligence and IQ scores. What is the controversy about the ...
Discuss how heredity is related to intelligence and IQ scores. What is the controversy about the ...
Discuss how heredity is related to intelligence and IQ scores. What is the controversy about the role of race and ethnicity in IQ and intelligence? Evaluate the claims of those who think race is related to IQ and intelligence.
litemarc   108   1 Reply
A year ago
What type of memory stores brief visual images, and for how long are these images stored?
What type of memory stores brief visual images, and for how long are these images stored?
What type of memory stores brief visual images, and for how long are these images stored?
nichania   120   1 Reply
A year ago
According to the Drive-Reduction Theory, what are drives and needs?
According to the Drive-Reduction Theory, what are drives and needs?
According to the Drive-Reduction Theory, what are drives and needs?
litemarc   111   1 Reply
A year ago
Name the three parts of the information-processing model of memory.
Name the three parts of the information-processing model of memory.
Name the three parts of the information-processing model of memory.
nichania   125   1 Reply
A year ago
What is iconic memory? Describe what it is and how it works. Be sure to include a description of ...
What is iconic memory? Describe what it is and how it works. Be sure to include a description of ...
What is iconic memory? Describe what it is and how it works. Be sure to include a description of Sperling's experiment, which was used to demonstrate and investigate iconic memory.
nichania   114   1 Reply
A year ago
What is meant by a flashbulb memory? Describe its characteristics. Give an example that many people ...
What is meant by a flashbulb memory? Describe its characteristics. Give an example that many people ...
What is meant by a flashbulb memory? Describe its characteristics. Give an example that many people might likely share. Some psychologists are not impressed by this phenomenon. What are some of the criticisms of the idea of flashbulb memory?
litemarc   104   1 Reply
A year ago
The other day, you had to remember some items for an important exam. You are sure you studied them ...
The other day, you had to remember some items for an important exam. You are sure you studied them ...
The other day, you had to remember some items for an important exam. You are sure you studied them and knew them before you entered the classroom. However, you drew a blank when you took the test. What happened? Why might you not have remembered them
nichania   127   1 Reply
A year ago
Give a brief definition of the term concept and provide an example of one with its associated ...
Give a brief definition of the term concept and provide an example of one with its associated ...
Give a brief definition of the term concept and provide an example of one with its associated prototype.
litemarc   122   1 Reply
A year ago
Give an example of a heuristic.
Give an example of a heuristic.
Give an example of a heuristic.
rockabye   121   1 Reply
A year ago
What is a twin study?
What is a twin study?
What is a twin study?
litemarc   114   1 Reply
A year ago
It is commonly thought that people who are gifted have various physical, psychological, and ...
It is commonly thought that people who are gifted have various physical, psychological, and ...
It is commonly thought that people who are gifted have various physical, psychological, and personality problems. What is really known about this common idea, and what did a famous study find out about people who are gifted?
nichania   217   1 Reply
A year ago
Explain the instinct approach to motivation.
Explain the instinct approach to motivation.
Explain the instinct approach to motivation.
rockabye   115   1 Reply
A year ago
Explain Dweck's concept of locus of control.
Explain Dweck's concept of locus of control.
Explain Dweck's concept of locus of control.
rockabye   118   1 Reply
A year ago
Describe an incentive approach to motivation.
Describe an incentive approach to motivation.
Describe an incentive approach to motivation.
litemarc   157   1 Reply
A year ago
Narcotics are to __________ as hallucinogens are to __________.
Narcotics are to __________ as hallucinogens are to __________.
opiates; psychedelic drugs   
uppers; crank
psilocybin; heroin
methamphetamine; depressants


answer opiates : psychedelic drugs 
lobi679@gmail.com   107   1 Reply
A year ago
Which type of research on the effectiveness of therapy involves the evaluation of therapy in ...
Which type of research on the effectiveness of therapy involves the evaluation of therapy in ...
Which type of research on the effectiveness of therapy involves the evaluation of therapy in real-world settings?

▸ Efficacy studies

▸ Efficiency studies

▸ Experimental research

▸ Correlational research
capella234   117   1 Reply
A year ago
Which therapy is being depicted in the photo?(Credit: Monty Rakusen/Cultura Creative (RF) / Alamy Stock Photo)
Which therapy is being depicted in the photo?(Credit: Monty Rakusen/Cultura Creative (RF) / Alamy Stock Photo)
[html]Which therapy is being depicted in the photo?(Credit: Monty Rakusen/Cultura Creative (RF) / Alamy Stock Photo)

▸ Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)

▸ Functional magne
danyyzz   201   1 Reply
A year ago
Which therapy helps the client replace irrational beliefs with healthier ones?
Which therapy helps the client replace irrational beliefs with healthier ones?
Which therapy helps the client replace irrational beliefs with healthier ones?

▸ Rational emotive therapy (RET)

▸ Brief psychodynamic therapy (BPT)

▸ Client-centered therapy

▸ Systematic desensitization
Bapelol   128   1 Reply
A year ago
Which therapeutic approach would be considered a contingency management program?
Which therapeutic approach would be considered a contingency management program?
Which therapeutic approach would be considered a contingency management program?

▸ Gestalt therapy

▸ Behavior contract

▸ Flooding

▸ Transference
drwalkinboner   101   1 Reply
A year ago
Which technique was a precursor to the deep lesioning procedures performed today?
Which technique was a precursor to the deep lesioning procedures performed today?
Which technique was a precursor to the deep lesioning procedures performed today?

▸ Electroconvulsive therapy

▸ Prefrontal lobotomy

▸ Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

▸ Magnetic stimulation
kaykay41   118   1 Reply
A year ago
Which statement regarding drug therapies is accurate?
Which statement regarding drug therapies is accurate?
[html]Which statement regarding drug therapies is accurate?

▸ Psychotropic drugs rarely have side effects.

▸ The use of psychoactive drugs has dropped dramatically in recent years.

▸ Psychotropic drugs are rarely addictive.

▸ Getting people to co
Krispylynn33   116   1 Reply
A year ago
Which statement correctly describes the biggest difference between psychological treatments of today ...
Which statement correctly describes the biggest difference between psychological treatments of today ...
[html]Which statement correctly describes the biggest difference between psychological treatments of today and treatments from 20 or more years ago?

▸ Treatment today emphasizes scientific evidence to guide approaches to treatment. This is called ev
squeakykln   175   1 Reply
A year ago
Which statement best describes the overall goal of psychoanalysis?
Which statement best describes the overall goal of psychoanalysis?
[html]Which statement best describes the overall goal of psychoanalysis?

▸ To correct faulty thinking and perception

▸ To remove symptoms as quickly as possible

▸ To bring unconscious information into conscious awareness

▸ To promote fulfillment
JSmith1   96   1 Reply
A year ago
Which procedure is NOT typically part of psychoanalytic therapy?
Which procedure is NOT typically part of psychoanalytic therapy?
Which procedure is NOT typically part of psychoanalytic therapy?

▸ Free association

▸ Flooding

▸ Dream interpretation

▸ Transference
javielito2000   126   1 Reply
A year ago
Which principle is NOT part of the APA's code of ethics for conducting psychotherapy?
Which principle is NOT part of the APA's code of ethics for conducting psychotherapy?
[html]Which principle is NOT part of the APA's code of ethics for conducting psychotherapy?

▸ The therapist should get consent from the client's family members.

▸ Sexual relationships between clients and therapists are forbidden.

▸ Information sho
Melly767   107   1 Reply
A year ago
Which outcome of psychotherapy effectiveness was NOT included in Smith and Glass's meta-analysis?
Which outcome of psychotherapy effectiveness was NOT included in Smith and Glass's meta-analysis?
Which outcome of psychotherapy effectiveness was NOT included in Smith and Glass's meta-analysis?

▸ Overall adjustment

▸ Relationship satisfaction

▸ Self-esteem

▸ Anxiety reduction
lpn27   89   1 Reply
A year ago
Which mental health practitioner is NOT required to receive training or licensing in order to treat clients?
Which mental health practitioner is NOT required to receive training or licensing in order to treat clients?
Which mental health practitioner is NOT required to receive training or licensing in order to treat clients?

▸ Clergy/spiritual leader

▸ Psychiatrist

▸ Psychologist

▸ Marriage and family counselor
renielle   170   1 Reply
A year ago
Which medication is currently the most popular category of antidepressant drugs?
Which medication is currently the most popular category of antidepressant drugs?
Which medication is currently the most popular category of antidepressant drugs?

▸ Clozaril

▸ Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

▸ Tricyclics

▸ Benzodiazepines
urraberry   84   1 Reply
A year ago
Which classification is NOT one of the three major categories of psychotropic drugs?
Which classification is NOT one of the three major categories of psychotropic drugs?
Which classification is NOT one of the three major categories of psychotropic drugs?

▸ Antianxiety drugs

▸ Antidepressant drugs

▸ Anticonvulsant drugs

▸ Antipsychotic drugs
dietdrpepper   86   1 Reply
A year ago
Which biological treatment involves putting the brain through a seizure in order to elevate mood?
Which biological treatment involves putting the brain through a seizure in order to elevate mood?
Which biological treatment involves putting the brain through a seizure in order to elevate mood?

▸ Psychotropic drugs

▸ Deep lesioning

▸ Electroconvulsive therapy

▸ Transcranial magnetic stimulation
ceymorebucks24   93   1 Reply
A year ago
Which attribute is NOT one of the benefits of group therapy?
Which attribute is NOT one of the benefits of group therapy?
Which attribute is NOT one of the benefits of group therapy?

▸ Reduced cost

▸ Social support

▸ Social skills training

▸ Fewer sessions needed
youngbloodz   87   1 Reply
A year ago
When people get better without seeking treatment, they have experienced __________.
When people get better without seeking treatment, they have experienced __________.
When people get better without seeking treatment, they have experienced __________.

▸ primary prevention

▸ secondary prevention

▸ spontaneous remission

▸ therapeutic alliance
Earthgirl225   90   1 Reply
A year ago
When other treatments fail, electroconvulsive therapy has been proven to be successful in the ...
When other treatments fail, electroconvulsive therapy has been proven to be successful in the ...
When other treatments fail, electroconvulsive therapy has been proven to be successful in the treatment of __________.

▸ schizophrenia

▸ bipolar disorder

▸ severe depression

▸ obsessive-compulsive disorder
texasmade2550   87   1 Reply
A year ago
When Emilia reached her mid-20s, she began to experience disturbing hallucinations and delusions. ...
When Emilia reached her mid-20s, she began to experience disturbing hallucinations and delusions. ...
[html]When Emilia reached her mid-20s, she began to experience disturbing hallucinations and delusions. Which type of therapy would best help her control these episodes?

▸ Psychosurgery

▸ Antipsychotic drugs

▸ Trephination

▸ Electroconvulsive the
tunisia81   119   1 Reply
A year ago
What popular but incorrect view did Smith and Glass help dispel with the results of their meta-analysis?
What popular but incorrect view did Smith and Glass help dispel with the results of their meta-analysis?
[html]What popular but incorrect view did Smith and Glass help dispel with the results of their meta-analysis?

▸ Some forms of psychotherapy are vastly superior to others.

▸ Psychotherapy is an expensive luxury.

▸ Psychotherapists act in unethical
javielito2000   169   1 Reply
A year ago
What is the name for the type of therapy depicted in the photo?(Credit: Anja Schaefer/Alamy Stock Photo)
What is the name for the type of therapy depicted in the photo?(Credit: Anja Schaefer/Alamy Stock Photo)
[html]What is the name for the type of therapy depicted in the photo?(Credit: Anja Schaefer/Alamy Stock Photo)

▸ Bibliotherapy

▸ E-therapy

▸ Telecounseling

▸ Media counseling[
pjstaud   123   1 Reply
A year ago
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