Discuss the role of Yochelson and Samenow's concept of "cognitive distortions" in criminality, and provide at least three examples

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: The answer should define "cognitive distortion" as an exaggerated or irrational thought that leads to dysfunctional behavior. Examples could include any from the list provided in the text.

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A) John Augustus. B) Zebulon Brockway. C) Jane Addams. D) Rufus Cook.

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Chapter 2 presented methods for __________ variables as a first step in summarizing and describing their distributions

a. tabulating and graphing b. compacting c. removing d. tumbling and gripping

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Your subconscious self is the secret part you know about but do not share with others.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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One difference between robbery and extortion is that in extortion the property is taken:

a. against the victim’s will. b. with the victim’s consent. c. from the victim’s presence. d. without the victim’s consent.

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