Assessment Consists Of

question 10

Multiple Choice

Assessment consists of:

• A) identifying a specific mental disorder.
• B) forming an explanation of the causes of the client's difficulties.
• C) evaluating the relevant factors in a client's life to identify themes for further exploration in the counselling process.
• D) gaining an account into how the client's problems developed over time.

Discuss the principles of classical conditioning as discovered by Pavlov.

Understand the contributions of cognitive theories to the understanding of human development, including the information-processing theory, Piaget's cognitive development theory, and Vygotsky's sociocultural theory.

Illustrate the practical applications of developmental psychology theories in parenting and education.

Understand the role of current employees in the selection process.

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Definitions:

Attitudes

Attitudes are relatively enduring sets of beliefs and feelings toward a person, object, or event, influencing an individual's emotional responses and behaviors.

Self-Perception Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals determine their attitudes and preferences by interpreting the meaning of their own behavior.

Lens Model

A psychological framework used to explain how individuals make judgments under conditions of uncertainty.

Attribution Theory

A concept in psychology that explains how individuals infer the causes of their own and other people's behavior.