Which of the Following Best Reflects Psychology's Goal of Description

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best reflects psychology's goal of description?

• A) Researchers have studied how smoking habits develop so that they may develop techniques to prevent teenagers from starting the habit.
• B) Researchers have developed a test that shows which individuals are likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.
• C) Researchers have examined hundreds of cases of dissociative identity disorder (multiple personality) in order to provide a clear picture of the disorder.
• D) Researchers have identified a gene involved in many cases of obesity.

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Definitions:

Lives of People

Pertains to the experiences, events, and circumstances that constitute human existence and societal interactions.

Principles of Social Work

The foundational guidelines that govern the practice of social work, emphasizing respect for the dignity and worth of the individual, social justice, and professional integrity.

Social Conditions

The circumstances and factors affecting the way people live and interact in society, including socioeconomic status, education, and cultural norms.

Settlement House Movement

A social reform movement that began in the late 19th century, aimed at improving the lives of the poor through community-based services and education.