Psychologists use the scientific method to do each of the following EXCEPT ______ what they study
a. describe
b. circumvent
c. predict
d. control
b
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George is extremely afraid to ride elevators. His therapist treats George's fear by gradually getting him accustomed to riding in elevators. The therapist begins by teaching George to relax. George then relaxes while standing close to the elevator and then relaxes while standing in an elevator with the doors open, and so on. The two processes taking place in the reduction of George's fear are
a. desensitization and reciprocal inhibition. b. desensitization and reflection. c. adaptation and aversion therapy. d. reciprocal inhibition and EMDR.
Describe the long-term consequences of divorce on children. What factors help children make a more positive adjustment?
What will be an ideal response?
We are MOST likely to change our attitudes toward a certain make of automobile if ______
a. our friends like the car b. a friend, who is a mechanic, likes the car c. the president of the auto firm endorses the car d. someone in the family owns the car
Kagan asserts that children who are extremely shy might
A) become violent. B) seek intense or dangerous activities. C) be at risk for social phobia. D) engage in delinquent behavior.