When Referring to Judgments People Make About the Causes of Their

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Multiple Choice

When referring to judgments people make about the causes of their own and other people's behaviours, psychologists use the term:

• A) stereotypes
• B) attributions
• C) social norms
• D) attitudes

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A chronic mental disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech or behavior, and impaired cognitive ability.

Discordant

Describes elements or things that are in disagreement or not in harmony.

Genetic Material

DNA or RNA that codes for hereditary traits and is passed from one generation to the next.

Neurodevelopmental Disorder

Disorders of brain function that affect emotion, learning ability, self-control, and memory that unfold as an individual grows.