When There Is No Objective Standard, We Often Turn to and Observe

question 337

True/False

When there is no objective standard, we often turn to and observe others in an effort to evaluate our actions through a process known as social exchange.

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Definitions:

Behavior Therapist

A mental health professional specializing in treating psychological disorders by changing an individual's behaviors and reactions through various forms of therapy.

Systematic Desensitization

Behavioral technique used to treat phobias, in which a client is asked to make a list of ordered fears and taught to relax while concentrating on those fears.

Feared Object

An object or entity that evokes a strong negative emotional response of fear through conditioning or past experiences.

Humanistic Therapies

A category of psychotherapy that emphasizes personal growth and self-fulfillment, focusing on an individual’s capacity for self-direction and understanding.