Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of Psychology

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of psychology?

• A) the study of consciousness
• B) the study of behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to solving practical problems
• C) the study of abnormal behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to diagnosing and treating people with mental illness
• D) the study of motivation, emotion, and memory

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Definitions:

Drugs

Substances used to diagnose, treat, or prevent illness and affect the body's structure or functions.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event, either experiencing it or witnessing it, leading to persistent frightening thoughts and memories of the ordeal.

War Veterans

Individuals who have served in the military and are recognized for their service during times of war or conflict.

Depressed Adolescents

Young individuals, typically in the teenage years, who are experiencing major depressive disorder, affecting their mood and daily functioning.