As Part of an Experiment, a Person Is Asked to Write

question 300

Multiple Choice

As part of an experiment, a person is asked to write an essay advocating an opinion that is opposite to her own. She is given no financial incentive to do this and after completing the essay, the experimenters find that her prior attitude has shifted towards the one advocated in the essay she just wrote. The opinions of other participants in the study who received a financial incentive ($20) for writing a counterattitudinal essay did not show similar shifts. This example best demonstrates the phenomenon called:

• A) cognitive dissonance.
• B) social loafing.
• C) the fundamental attribution error.
• D) social facilitation.

Recognize the importance of addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors appropriately.

Understand the diagnostic criteria and characteristics of various anxiety disorders.

Recognize the symptoms and triggers of panic attacks and specific phobias.

Identify the differences between anxiety disorders and mood disorders, including depressive and bipolar disorders.

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Definitions:

Simulated Enactment

The act of imitating or mimicking actions within a controlled environment as if performing them in real life.

Practitioner's Responsibility

The duty or obligation of professionals to act in the best interest of their clients, adhering to ethical standards and competencies.

Helping Context

An environment or situation specifically designed or conducive to assisting, supporting, or aiding individuals.

Formulating

The action of creating or devising a strategy or plan, often involving the assembly or arrangement of ideas or components in a meaningful or coherent manner.