In Terms of a Particular Emotional Communication Style Known as Expressed

question 117

Multiple Choice

In terms of a particular emotional communication style known as expressed emotion, researchers have shown that patients with schizophrenia were more likely to relapse if

• A)they had long periods of contact with their families.
• B)they had families who were disapproving and intrusive.
• C)both a and b
• D)neither a nor b

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Definitions:

Elaboration Likelihood Model

A theory in social psychology that explains how the likelihood of elaboration, or the extent to which a person carefully processes a persuasive message, influences attitude change.

Reactance

A psychological phenomenon where individuals react against restrictions on their personal freedoms by showing opposition or doing the opposite of what is being imposed.

Theory of Planned Behavior

A psychological theory that posits intention toward behavior, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control, together shape an individual's behavioral intentions and behaviors.

Theory of Planned Behavior

A psychological theory proposing that an individual's intention to engage in a behavior is influenced by attitudes towards the behavior, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.