You Overhear a Group of People Arguing About the Arrest

question 395

Multiple Choice

You overhear a group of people arguing about the arrest of several political activists. The first person you hear takes the position that the activists weren't doing anything wrong. A second person responds that, while admittedly not knowing the details of what happened, they feel certain 'the protesters wouldn't have been arrested if they weren't doing something wrong'. What concept is demonstrated by the statement made by the second person?

• A)just world hypothesis
• B)sublimation
• C)confirmation bias
• D)overcontrolled hostility
• E)overcompensation

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Definitions:

Situational Supports

Resources and assistance provided to individuals based on specific needs arising from their current circumstances.

Automatic Relief Behaviors

Reflexive, instinctual actions undertaken by individuals to alleviate stress or discomfort without conscious thought.

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A method of assisting individuals during an immediate psychological crisis to restore equilibrium to their biopsychosocial functioning and minimize potential long-term psychological trauma.

Initial Interview

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