What is the name of the culture-bound syndrome that involves intense sadness and brooding followed by uncontrolled attacks on other people and animals?

A) Taijin kyofushu
B) Amok
C) Susto
D) Koro


Answer: B

Psychology

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A. a decline B. no change C. a moderate increase D. a large increase

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a. principles of classical conditioning b. law of effect c. principles of second-order conditioning d. law of habituation

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. Lovingkindness b. Open monitoring c. Focused Attention d. Walking meditation

Psychology