Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of Psychology

question 120

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of psychology?

• A) The study of consciousness.
• B) The study of behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to solving practical problems.
• C) The study of abnormal behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to diagnosing and treating people with mental illness.
• D) The study of motivation, emotion, and memory.

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Definitions:

Enhanced Rumination

The process of continuously thinking about the same thoughts, which are often negative or sad, leading to a deeper state of negative thinking.

Decreased Self-consciousness

The reduction in the awareness of oneself or one's actions in the presence of others, often leading to more natural and spontaneous behavior.

Social Relationships

Connections between individuals in a society, structured by social institutions, norms, and values.

Religious Beliefs

The faith or convictions regarding the existence, nature, and worship of a deity or deities, and the adherence to the moral codes, ethics, or practices determined by such faith.