Which of the Following Contributed Most to the Development of Applied

question 181

Multiple Choice

Which of the following contributed most to the development of applied psychology?

• A)the advent of high-speed computers
• B)an increase in the number of people earning advanced degrees in psychology
• C)high demand for screening of military recruits and treatment of traumatized war veterans
• D)an increase in public awareness of the symptoms of psychological disorders, and the rise of behaviourism

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Definitions:

Adult-Onset

Conditions or diseases that begin in adulthood, as opposed to those that are congenital or that develop during childhood.

Anxiety Disorders

A group of mental health disorders characterized by significant fear or anxiety that interferes with daily activities.

Mood Disorders

Psychological disorders characterized by the elevation or lowering of a person's mood, such as depression or bipolar disorder.

Conduct Disorder

A mental disorder diagnosed in childhood or adolescence characterized by a persistent pattern of disruptive and violent behaviors.