In studies conducted by Elizabeth Loftus and her colleagues, individuals were told about false events that had supposedly occurred when they were children. The results of these studies indicate that

a. people cannot be convinced of events that did not happen
b. people can become quite convinced of events that never happened.
c. only individuals with diagnosable disorders can be convinced of events that never happened.
d. people can become convinced of events that did not happen only during hypnosis or other dissociative states.


b

Psychology

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A. interpersonal intelligence B. verbal-linguistic intelligence C. logical-mathematical intelligence D. intrapersonal intelligence

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As he prepares for college, 17-year-old Dylan wants to improve his vocabulary and understanding of figurative language. Dylan should

A) read a wide variety of adult literary works. B) work with a study group. C) engage in extensive conversations with adults. D) enroll in a foreign-language class.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

What is health psychology? What are some of the harmful effects of isolation on physical health, including risk for second heart attacks?

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology