Why Is Butler and Harlow's (1954) Study of Monkeys in an Isolated

question 117

Multiple Choice

Why is Butler and Harlow's (1954) study of monkeys in an isolated room important?

• A)It demonstrates the differences between humans' and monkeys' needs for social contact.
• B)It suggests that monkeys in social isolation do not develop normally.
• C)It shows that social isolation leads to depression.
• D)It reveals that when there is little stimulation, the brain seeks it out.

Identify the key components and objectives of clinical assessments and interviews.

Understand the role of clinician biases and subjectivity in influencing the outcomes of assessments.

Differentiate between various psychological assessment tools, including projective tests, personality inventories, and structured/unstructured interviews.

Appreciate the complexity and potential limitations of clinical interviews as assessment tools.