A Psychologist Who Observes a Child for a Week and Writes

question 217

Multiple Choice

A psychologist who observes a child for a week and writes a report that identifies and classifies the child's behavior is working toward the goal of

• A)description.
• B)understanding.
• C)prediction.
• D)control.

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Definitions:

Spontaneous Remission

The unexpected improvement or cure of a disease or condition without medical intervention or treatment.

Natural Mimicry

The replication or imitation of one species by another, often for survival benefits such as predator avoidance.

Facial Feedback Effect

The hypothesis that one's facial movements can affect their emotional state, implying that smiling can make one feel happier.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person, essentially putting oneself in another's shoes emotionally.