The Basic Philosophical Issue of Optimism Versus Pessimism That Personality

question 18

Multiple Choice

The basic philosophical issue of optimism versus pessimism that personality theorists consider centers on whether

• A) people can change their personalities over time.
• B) human nature is fundamentally good or bad.
• C) hope is an essential feature of psychotherapy.
• D) personality theories can adequately explain or predict human behavior.

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Definitions:

Involuntary Commitment

The legal process through which individuals with severe mental illness are hospitalized or treated against their will, usually when they are deemed a danger to themselves or others.

Court-appointed Counsel

Lawyers provided by the state or court for individuals who cannot afford to hire their own attorney.

Restrictive Setting

An environment or context that limits personal freedoms or behaviors, often for safety or therapeutic reasons.

Mental Health Facility

An establishment dedicated to the treatment and care of individuals with psychological, behavioral, or cognitive disorders, offering various services and support.