A Psychologist Who Studied the Relationship Between Sociocultural Factors and Mental

question 139

Multiple Choice

A psychologist who studied the relationship between sociocultural factors and mental disorders would be most likely to study ________

• A) parenting style and self-schemas.
• B) poverty and racial discrimination.
• C) peer rejection and attributional style.
• D) assimilation and accommodation.

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Definitions:

Likelihood

The probability or chance that a particular event will occur, often used in statistical and probability contexts.

Persuasive Speech

A form of communication aimed at convincing the audience to accept a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.

Forewarning Effect

The psychological phenomenon where being warned about a potential influence or bias can affect a person's response to subsequent information or persuasion attempts.

Inoculation Effect

A psychological technique that aims to make individuals resistant to attempts to change their attitudes by first exposing them to small arguments against their position.