As a Child, Norm Was Hit in the Face While

question 319

Multiple Choice

As a child, Norm was hit in the face while playing baseball. Ever since then, he has been afraid to play games that involve balls of any sort. Norm's behavior probably results from a(n) ________.

• A) phobia
• B) affective disorder
• C) dissociative disorder
• D) schizophrenic disorder

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Definitions:

Availability Heuristic

A brain shortcut utilizing the foremost examples occurring to an individual when pondering over a specific topic, concept, approach, or judgment.

Younger Brother

A male sibling who is born after another sibling, typically sharing the same parents.

Fight

A confrontational response to a threat or challenge, characterized by aggressive behavior or opposition, as part of the fight-or-flight response mechanism.

Belief Perseverance

The tendency of individuals to hold onto their beliefs even when faced with evidence that contradicts or disproves them.