Elaborative Processing Means That We

question 56

Multiple Choice

Elaborative processing means that we:

• A)process for shallow sensory characteristics.
• B)deliberately study, as in preparation for a test.
• C)process for meaning.
• D)encode via prospective means.

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Definitions:

Organismic Valuing Process

A concept in humanistic psychology which suggests that individuals intrinsically know what is good and beneficial for their personal growth and development, guiding their actions and decisions.

Actualizing Tendency

An innate drive in living organisms towards growth, fulfillment of potential, and the realization of their inherent capabilities, as outlined in humanistic psychology.

Self-Protection

Behaviors or mechanisms employed by individuals to defend themselves against perceived threats to their well-being or integrity.

Actualization

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, often considered to be a drive or need present in everyone.