Predisposing factors, such as a reduced threshold of nociception, precipitating stimuli, such as an injury, and maintaining processes, such as the expectation that the pain will persist, are all important in explaining pain. This describes:
a. gate control theory of pain c. specificity of pain concept
b. the pattern theory d. the diathesis-stress model
D
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Researchers suggest that child abuse may be a result of:
A. the principle of bidirectionality B. psychosexual needs C. gender schemas D. the proximodistal principle
Shane took part in an experiment where he wore a special set of headphones that played different messages to each ear. The researchers asked him to repeat the message in his left ear. The message presented to his left ear was "After hearing months of testimony, the river finally flooded its banks.". The message presented to his right ear was "After weeks of nonstop rain, the jury delivered a
verdict of not guilty.". Based on the results of similar studies, it is likely that Shane will say: a. "After hearing months of testimony, the river finally flooded its banks.". b. "After hearing weeks of rain the jury flooded non-stop guilty verdicts.". c. "After hearing months of testimony, the jury delivered a verdict of not guilty.". d. "After hearing months of testimony, there was nonstop rain.".
Which statement about the Big Five Factor Model is FALSE?
A) The factors are associated with predictable patterns of behaviour. B) People high in conscientiousness perform well in their jobs. C) People low in extraversion tend to be social and affectionate. D) People's personalities tend to remain stable throughout life.
In humanistic therapies, some clients may first improve
and then develop a stronger emotional bond with the therapist as a result of the therapy, while others may first develop a bond with the therapist and then improve. This demonstrates which of the six principles of scientific thinking? A) Correlation vs. causation B) Falsifiability C) Replicability D) Occam's Razor