The Fact That the American Population Has Been Aging in Recent

question 123

Multiple Choice

The fact that the American population has been aging in recent years has been offered as an explanation for the

• A) decrease in violent crimes.
• B) increase in gun-related violence.
• C) greater availability of violent pornography.
• D) current overcrowded conditions in prisons.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Perspective

The behavioral perspective is a way of looking at psychological issues and disorders by focusing on observable behaviors and the ways in which environment influences those behaviors.

Learning

A relatively permanent change in an organism’s behavior due to experience.

Observable Responses

are reactions or behaviors that can be seen and measured directly, often used in behavioral studies to understand actions and outcomes.

Cognitive

Pertaining to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.