When Challenged to Explain the Evil We See Around Us

question 208

Multiple Choice

When challenged to explain the evil we see around us (murder, rape, and assault) Rogers's response is that

• A) it is culturalfluences that are the major factor our evil behaviour
• B) if we could modify the behaviour of the criminal, we would not see this type of behaviour.
• C) it is a part of human nature we must accept.
• D) the unconscious mind is free from the positive nature of the human, and so it will act at times a negative way.

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Definitions:

Decision Making

The act of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternative resolutions.

Sunk Costs

Expenses that have already been incurred and cannot be recovered, which should not influence future decisions.

Group Discussion

A form of collaborative verbal interaction among individuals aimed at sharing information, solving problems, or making decisions.

Stress

A psychological and physical reaction to certain situations that challenge or exceed an individual's coping abilities.