Reaching conclusions in psychological science requires:
A) introspection.
B) the ability to test a theory.
C) insights based on personal observations.
D) philosophical empiricism.
B) the ability to test a theory.
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The basic assumption of Seligman's explanation for depression is that ____
a. both cognitions and feelings of helplessness are learned and that depression results from learned helplessness b. cognitions and but not feelings of helplessness are learned and that depression results from learned helplessness c. feelings but not cognitions of helplessness are learned and that depression results from learned helplessness d. high levels of negative cognitions coupled with stress results in depression
__________is a behavior-therapy method used for reducing fears
A) Sensitization B) Flooding C) Exorcism D) Dream analysis E) Select
Which of the following is NOT a humanistic therapy?
a. client-centered therapy b. Gestalt therapy c. existential therapy d. interpersonal psychotherapy
According to your textbook, the claimed benefits of large-group awareness training and sensitivity and encounter groups may be due to all of the following EXCEPT
a. positive expectations that accompany one's attendance at the training. b. a break in daily routine and an excuse to act differently. c. the therapy placebo effect. d. the occurrence of a strong therapeutic alliance being formed.