Bivens Actions Are

question 3

Multiple Choice

Bivens actions are:

• A)constitutional tort actions against federal officers.
• B)prohibited against officials who act under color of authority.
• C)do not have to show unreasonable legal action by the defendants.
• D)banned against federal officials.

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Definitions:

Psychopathology

The study of mental disorders, including their symptoms, etiology (causes), and treatment, focusing on the maladaptive behaviors and thoughts that characterize mental illness.

DBT Perspective

Pertains to Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a cognitive-behavioral approach that emphasizes the development of coping skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness.

Emotional Reactivity

The tendency of an individual to respond to various stimuli in their environment with an emotional response, which can vary in intensity and duration.

Ruminative Thinking

A pattern of repetitive and passive focus on one's symptoms of distress and its possible causes and consequences, rather than solutions.