John Is Trying to Decide Between Two Colleges

question 64

Multiple Choice

John is trying to decide between two colleges.According to research,John would be happier with his decision if he did the following:

• A) Thought long and hard about his decision.
• B) Weighed all of the pros and cons of his two choices before making his decision.
• C) Spent time talking with his friends and family about the pros and cons of the two choices before making his decision.
• D) Made his decision based on his gut feelings about each college.

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Definitions:

Psychoanalysis

A therapeutic approach founded by Sigmund Freud which emphasizes unconscious processes and childhood experiences in understanding and treating psychological disorders.

Cognitive Psychology

A field within psychology focused on understanding the mental activities that encompass thinking, perceiving, remembering, and learning.

Emotional Distress

A state of emotional suffering usually triggered by a specific event or series of events, impacting an individual's wellbeing and daily functioning.

Correlational Study

A research method that examines the relationship between two or more variables to identify patterns and predict outcomes without assuming causality.