Murray Has a Condition That Has Caused Him to Experience

question 73

Multiple Choice

Murray has a condition that has caused him to experience a major deterioration of his mental abilities. He has lost much of his reasoning and judgment abilities, and he has great difficulty carrying out purposeful behavior. Based on this description, what is Murray's condition most likely to be?

• A)centration
• B)cognitive dissonance
• C)osteoporosis
• D)dementia
• E)role diffusion

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Definitions:

Rationalization

The cognitive process of justifying behaviors or decisions with plausible, but not necessarily true, reasons.

Computer Software

Programs and operating information used by a computer to perform tasks, ranging from operating systems to application programs.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by individuals to cope with reality and to maintain self-image.

Displacement

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual shifts feelings from an undesirable situation to one that is more acceptable.