A Cognitive Structure Made Up of a Network of Associations

question 65

Multiple Choice

A cognitive structure made up of a network of associations that guide an individual's perceptions is a

• A) bias.
• B) heuristic.
• C) attitude.
• D) schema.

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Definitions:

Internalizing Problem

Psychological issues that are manifested inwardly, such as anxiety, depression, and withdrawal, as opposed to externalizing problems that involve outward behaviors towards others.

Externalizing Problem

Behaviors directed outwardly, typically involving conflicts with other individuals or society, such as aggression or defiance.

Mood Disorder

A psychological disorder characterized by the elevation or lowering of a person's mood, such as depression or bipolar disorder.

Separation Anxiety Disorder

A psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive fear or anxiety about separating from those to whom they are attached.