In their research studies, contemporary psychologists rely heavily upon:
a. empirical evidence.
b. anecdotes from personal experience.
c. individual case descriptions.
d. phrenology.
Answer: a
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A. delay gratification B. self-actualize without fulfilling deficiency needs C. tolerate conditional positive regard D. resolve any id-superego conflict
The unconscious belief of the child that he or she is great and perfect is called the:
a. autonomous self b. grandiose self c. realistic self d. primary and secondary self
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A) those who improved on a laboratory processing-speed task were faster at looking up numbers in a phone book. B) five years after intervention, cognitive training was associated with reduced declines in general health. C) five years after intervention, cognitive training was associated with reduced ability to perform IADLs. D) most cognitive skills cannot be enhanced in old age.
Within the biopsychosocial model, which of the following levels of variables would include consideration of one's thoughts, emotions, and actions?
A. Biological variables B. Psychological variables C. Cultural variables D. Social variables