Exclusion of Psychological Testimony with the Claim That Psychologists Are

question 42

Multiple Choice

Exclusion of psychological testimony with the claim that psychologists are unable to diagnose mental disorders is contrary to:

• A) federal guidelines
• B) several provincial statutes governing the profession of psychologists.
• C) the Canadian Code of Ethics.
• D) Canadian labour law.
• E) regulatory body guidelines for psychologists.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

In a collective setting, a situation where the inclination towards unity or adaptation prompts decisions that are nonsensical or detrimental.

Immoral Decision

A choice that goes against established moral principles or ethical standards.

Foot-In-The-Door Technique

Asking for a small commitment and, after gaining compliance, asking for a bigger commitment.

Foot-In-The-Door Phenomenon

The foot-in-the-door phenomenon is a psychological tactic where agreeing to a small request increases the likelihood of agreeing to a larger request later.