Which of the Following Pseudosciences Was Particularly Used to Validate

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pseudosciences was particularly used to validate ethnic stereotypes?

• A)mesmerism
• B)spiritualism
• C)physiognomy
• D)new-thought movement

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Definitions:

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by energy, positive emotions, and the tendency to seek out stimulation and the company of others.

Introversion

Introversion is a personality trait characterized by a focus on internal feelings rather than external sources of stimulation, often involving a preference for solitude or small group interactions.

Libido

In psychoanalytic theory, a term used by Sigmund Freud to describe the energy derived from sexual desires and instincts.

Life Energy

A concept in certain theories of psychology that describes a fundamental force vital for personal development and psychological health.