Our Personal Beliefs About the Way That Certain Traits Occur

question 12

Multiple Choice

Our personal beliefs about the way that certain traits occur together are known as .

• A)explicit trait theories
• B)implicit personality theories
• C)peripheral trait theories

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Definitions:

Bipolar Disorders

A group of mood disorders characterized by episodes of mood elevation (mania or hypomania) and depression.

Psychotropic Medications

Drugs that affect mental processes and can be used to treat a variety of mental health disorders.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that treats problems and boosts happiness by modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts.

Lithium

is a chemical element used as a medication to treat mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, helping to stabilize mood swings.