When You Ask Yourself the Question, "What Is Going on Here

question 82

Multiple Choice

When you ask yourself the question, "What is going on here?" you are conducting research for which goal of psychology?

• A)describe
• B)explain
• C)predict
• D)influence

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Definitions:

Munchausen Syndrome

An extreme and long-term form of factitious disorder in which a person produces symptoms, gains admission to a hospital, and receives treatment.

Risk Factors

Variables or conditions that increase the likelihood of a negative outcome, such as disease or psychological disorders.

Lesions

Abnormal changes in body tissues caused by disease or injury, which can be any size, shape, and located on or within the body.

Stomach

A muscular, hollow organ in the gastrointestinal tract of humans and many animals, where digestion of food begins.