Before Enrolling in an Abnormal Psychology Course, Tod's Idea of Psychological

question 85

Multiple Choice

Before enrolling in an abnormal psychology course, Tod's idea of psychological disorders had been influenced primarily by talk shows. He expected to hear the same kinds of stories he had heard on talk shows. What an eye-opening experience the course turned out to be! How would a cognitive psychologist describe the influence the course had on Tod's idea of psychological disorders?

• A) Tod learned the value of algorithms.
• B) Tod now uses heuristics.
• C) The course increased Tod's ability to use visual imagery.
• D) The course altered Tod's concept of psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Decision Making

The cognitive process resulting in the selection of a belief or a course of action among several possible alternatives.

Emotional Changes

Variations in feelings and emotions that occur due to various factors, including age, environmental influences, and personal experiences.

Cognitive Changes

Alterations in mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving that occur as part of the aging process, development, or in response to external factors.

Adolescence

A developmental phase following childhood, marked by physical, psychological, and social changes leading to adulthood.