Many television viewers are impressed by "psychic mediums" who pretend to communicate with the deceased friends and relatives of audience members. Typically, the viewers will remember the apparent "hits," or correct statements made by the "mediums," while ignoring the "misses," or incorrect statements. This tendency is referred to as
a. the Barnum effect.
b. the confirmation bias.
c. the astrologer's dilemma.
d. uncritical acceptance.
B
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a. Neglect is most closely linked to mood disorders. b. Abuse is most closely linked to anxiety disorders. c. There does not seem to be any direct connection. d. Direct connections have been found for women but not for men.
Brain recordings can alert a researcher to your upcoming decision before you are aware of making the decision
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. patience. b. a strong sound-food association. c. at least occasional reinforcement of bar pressing—as a reminder. d. good timing, so that the reinforcer quickly follows both precursor and target behaviors.
Explain the difference between functional connectivity and structural connectivity. Provide an example to support your thinking.
What will be an ideal response?