Rotter Believes That

question 62

Multiple Choice

Rotter believes that

• A) extreme belief in an external locus of control maximizes psychological health.
• B) extreme belief in an internal locus of control maximizes psychological health.
• C) extreme belief in either an external or internal locus of control is preferable to a more balanced belief.
• D) a more balanced belief is preferable to extreme belief in either an external or internal locus of control.

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Definitions:

Homosexual Behavior

Engaging in romantic or sexual activities with a person of the same sex.

Fraternal Birth-Order Effect

A psychological theory suggesting that a male is more likely to be homosexual if he has a greater number of older brothers.

Maternal Immune Response

The immune system's reaction of a pregnant woman to foreign antigens, which can influence pregnancy outcomes.

Skin-To-Skin STIs

Sexually transmitted infections that can be transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact, not requiring the exchange of bodily fluids.