If one undertakes an action that is a good but that also results in a negative end, as long as the negative end was not the intent of the actor, then the good action and good end can be considered a good. This is called the _______________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


principle of double effect.

Psychology

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a. industry versus inferiority. b. autonomy versus shame and doubt. c. integrity versus despair. d. trust versus mistrust.

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Stress is an adaptive reaction to events in the world

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Regarding "catching" and understanding dreams, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Natural awakening almost always follows soon after a REM period. b. Remember that drinking alcohol before going to bed tends to increase REM sleep and dreaming. c. Opening your eyes will disrupt dream recall. d. Keep dreams in chronological order and review them periodically to reveal recurrent themes.

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A psychologist is invited to address the major networks on the changes that have occurred in portrayal of men and women on television over the past three decades. What point will she likely leave with the executives who have gathered to hear her speak?

a) A rapid reversal has occurred, with more women than men represented. b) Men and women are now represented in almost equal numbers on most television programs. c) Although women are represented more now than in the past, they are still in stereotypical depictions. d) Contrary to expectations, women are actually represented less often than in the past when there were more programs aimed at women.

Psychology