During a class discussion on the effects of day care on later
social adjustment, Dr. Barnes frequently reminded her students to focus on the scientific evidence rather than on their feelings about day care. Dr. Barnes is promoting _____ in his students.
Fill in the blank with correct word
Answer: critical thinking ("scientific skepticism" may also be
considered a correct answer)
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Jana, age 14, primps in front of every mirror she comes across, and believes that she is the focus of everyone's attention-even fictitious observers. Jana is assuming the existence of __________.
A. adolescent egocentrism B. an imaginary audience C. sensorimotor failure D. a personal fable
What are the positives and negatives of using anesthetics during childbirth? What does the research indicate about the impact on mother and child?
What will be an ideal response?
The current view of how we perceive sounds less than 100 Hz is based on ____
a. the frequency of action potentials b. the area along the basilar membrane that responds most strongly c. volleys of responses d. the asymmetrical positioning of an individual's ears
Regarding community mental health centers, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. These centers try to minimize hospitalization and find answers to mental health problems. b. These centers provide short-term in-patient care. c. These centers have succeeded in making psychological services more accessible to the general public. d. These centers provide special crisis and emergency services.