A Person Goes to a Scary Movie on a Date

question 200

Short Answer

A person goes to a scary movie on a date.Afterwards,she misinterprets her increased emotional arousal from the movie as being due to the fact that she must be highly attracted to her date.This phenomenon is known as _____________.

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Definitions:

Psychiatric Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation of a person’s mental health, involving the examination of a person's psychological, biological, and social factors.

Facial Expressions

External manifestations of emotions or feelings which can be observed on a person's face.

Mood Depressed

A persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest, which can affect thoughts, behavior, feelings, and a sense of well-being.

Psychomotor Retardation

A slowing down of thought and physical movements, common in severe depression and other psychiatric disorders.