In a documentary on TV, you hear of juvenile delinquents who have a hard time managing their anger. A psychologist has taught these troubled youths to think of how other people feel when they lose their temper so that they can reduce their anger episodes. This application of psychology illustrates which goal?
A. to explain behavior
B. to predict behavior
C. to control behavior
D. to influence behavior
Answer: C
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Jason, a 10-year-old, is having a nightmare. In which stage of sleep does Jason most likely experience these episodes?
A. Stage 1 B. Stage 3 C. Stage 4 D. REM
Dewey and Lewin defined psychology as the study of how individuals are related to…
a. One another. b. Their sociocultural environment. c. Their past experiences. d. None of the above
Behavioral treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) a. is not effective
b. has weaker effects than medication alone. c. is as effective as medication alone, but does not last as long. d. may be as effective as medication alone, and has longer lasting results.
List and describe the warning signs that an adolescent may have a problem with drugs or alcohol
What will be an ideal response?