The APA Ethics Code Represents

question 30

Multiple Choice

The APA ethics code represents

• A) only activity associated with research
• B) the consensus of the psychology profession about what is acceptable practice
• C) activities that psychologists are prohibited from performing by law
• D) the opinion of the IRB

Acknowledge the impact of culture on psychological processes.

Appreciate the multidimensional approach (biopsychosocial) to understanding psychological phenomena.

Understand the interplay between biological factors and psychological experiences.

Understand the properties and applications of the normal distribution.

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Definitions:

Snake Phobia

An intense, irrational fear of snakes, often leading to avoidance behavior.

Significant Distress

A level of emotional pain or suffering that significantly impacts an individual’s daily functioning or quality of life.

Reinforcement Schedule

A plan or rule that determines how often a behavior is reinforced, influencing how quickly and how strong a behavior is learned.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process whereby the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.