In the Context of Aggression, Which of the Following Is

question 96

Multiple Choice

In the context of aggression, which of the following is a perspective of cognitive psychologists?

• A)Cognitive psychologists believe that aggression is a natural and instinctive reaction to the frustrations of daily life.
• B)Cognitive psychologists believe aggressive behavior is not influenced by choice.
• C)People decide whether they will lash out or not on the basis of their interpretation of the other person's motives.
• D)People who believe that a particular war or act of aggression is unjust, or who oppose aggression under all circumstances, are more likely to behave aggressively.

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Definitions:

Piaget's Cognitive Theory

A theory that describes how children's intelligence changes as they grow, emphasizing stages of cognitive development.

Preoperational

The stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children from 2 to 7 years old demonstrate symbolic thinking but are not yet able to perform operations or manipulate information in their head.

Early Intervention

Systematic process of providing services to help families meet young children’s developmental needs.

Developmental Needs

The necessities that contribute to an individual's physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth.