Peggy feels sorry for smokers who have lung cancer because she believes they were duped by tobacco companies to develop a deadly addiction and are therefore not responsible for their disease. When asked to donate money to support lung cancer research, Peggy gives generously. Peggy's prosodies behavior can best be explained by
a. the negative state relief model.
b. attributions of responsibility.
c. the arousal: cost-reward model.
d. a norm of equity.
b
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Dr. von Waldner conducts research on depression. His hypothesis is that depression results from maladaptive thought patterns. From which perspective is von Waldner working?
a. Cognitive b. Humanistic c. Psychodynamic d. Sociocultural e. Physiological
Bill keeps track of the amount of time he studies each day. Which dimension of behavior is Bill recording?
a. frequency b. duration c. intensity d. latency
Negative emotions and dislikes can be classically conditioned, but it is difficult to use this technique to condition positive emotions
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Which child would probably do best staying home alone after school for a limited time?
A. Jessica, who is 7 years old and knows how to dial 911 B. Tommy, who is 9 years old, but not very responsible C. Madeline, who is 12 years old and has been prepared for self-care by her parents D. Vanessa, who is 14 years old, but is scared to stay home alone