Academic Psychologists Looked Down Upon Early Applied Psychologists for All

question 4

Multiple Choice

Academic psychologists looked down upon early applied psychologists for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

• A) They believed their techniques were not adequately supported by research.
• B) They feared applied psychologists would undermine the reputation of the profession.
• C) They were concerned that applied psychologists would take academic jobs.
• D) They saw applied endeavors as lower status than basic research.

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Definitions:

Lower Self-control

A lesser ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in order to achieve long-term goals.

Happiness

A state of well-being and contentment characterized by positive emotions ranging from satisfaction to intense joy.

Stress Response

The body's reaction to a challenge or demand, characterized by physiological and psychological changes aimed at adapting to stressors.

Rejection

The act of refusing to accept, consider, submit to, take for some purpose, or use.