Although the Term Neurosis Has Not Been Used Officially Since

question 185

Multiple Choice

Although the term neurosis has not been used officially since 1980, it applied to

• A) disorders that cause people considerable personal distress and some impairment in functioning, but do not cause them to lose contact with reality or to violate important social norms.
• B) people who have lost touch with reality.
• C) people who have violated important social norms.
• D) disorders that include psychosis.

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Definitions:

Escalation Of Commitment

A decision-making process where individuals or groups continue to invest in a decision despite new evidence suggesting it might be wrong.

Sunk Costs

Expenses that have already been incurred and cannot be recovered, which should not affect future decision-making but often do.

External Review

An evaluation or assessment conducted by individuals or entities outside of an organization to ensure objectivity and impartiality, often focusing on processes, products, or financial health.

Framing Bias

A cognitive bias where people react differently to a particular choice depending on how it is presented, such as a loss or gain.