Developing Expertise in an Area Allows for Fast, Fairly Effortless

question 85

Multiple Choice

Developing expertise in an area allows for fast, fairly effortless thinking based on experience with similar problems. This type of thinking is known as

• A)automatic processing.
• B)algorithmic problem-solving.
• C)mnemonic strategies.
• D)trial-and-error strategies.

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Definitions:

Herbert Benson

An American physician and founder of the Mind/Body Medical Institute, known for his research on the relaxation response and mind-body medicine.

Self-Talk

The internal dialogue that occurs within a person's mind, influencing their attitude and behavior.

Awfulizing

The cognitive distortion of imagining the worst possible outcomes in a situation, often leading to increased anxiety or fear.

Doom

A term referring to impending disaster, ruin, or the inevitability of a negative outcome.