Psychologists Are Skeptical About the Existence of ESP Because

question 101

Multiple Choice

Psychologists are skeptical about the existence of ESP because

• A)ESP researchers frequently accept evidence that they know is fraudulent.
• B)there is no way to scientifically test claims of ESP.
• C)many apparent demonstrations of ESP have been shown to be staged illusions.
• D)of all of these reasons.

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Definitions:

Confidence

The feeling or belief in one's abilities or qualities, leading to a sense of self-assurance.

Sense of Self

An individual's perception of their personality, traits, beliefs, and relationship with the external world, constituting their personal identity.

Personality

The blend of traits and qualities that create a person's unique personality, shaping how they think, feel, and act.

Learned Helplessness

A condition in which a person suffers from a sense of powerlessness, arising from a traumatic event or persistent failure to succeed, leading to a belief that one's actions have no effect on outcomes.