Steve and Julie Have Purchased a Program That Promises to Drastically

question 82

Multiple Choice

Steve and Julie have purchased a program that promises to drastically improve marital relations in just two weeks.Although the program has not been tested scientifically,they were impressed by the use of scientific phrasing such as "co-dependency," "holistic healing," and "subjective well-being." This example illustrates which warning sign of pseudoscience?

• A)Psychobabble
• B)Absence of connectivity
• C)Exaggerated claims
• D)Lack of self-correction

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Definitions:

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An essential amino acid that serves as a precursor to serotonin, a neurotransmitter important for mood regulation and sleep.

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