In the context of trait approaches to personality, ________ is a statistical method of identifying patterns among a large number of variables and combining them into more fundamental groupings.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
factor analysis
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Positive results have been found when intervention programs are initiated to help reduce child maltreatment. In fact, the maltreatment and abuse rate was cut in half in families who participated in such programs for a. only six months b. about one year c. 12 to 18 months
d. two or more years.
Resistance to the requests of others can be encouraged by all of the following except
a. vigilance. b. reciprocal wariness. c. following the norm of reciprocity. d. knowledge that the other person is trying to get you to comply.
Ben rescues a cat from an alley in his neighbourhood. The cat is about 2 years old and appears to have lived on the street since it was born. Despite what Ben tries, he is having a lot of trouble getting the cat behave less "wildly" and to bond with him. According to attachment research, what is the best explanation for this situation?
a. Kittens have a critical period for bonding to humans within the first week after birth. b. Wild cats take awhile to respond to touch but will eventually experience contact comfort. c. Animals that have been abandoned also develop insecure attachment styles. d. Cats appear to have a sensitive period after which bonding to humans is difficult.
Drinking can be viewed as a means to satisfy people's need for power
Indicate whether the statement is true or false