During WWII, the Descriptors of the Traumatic Reactions to Combat

question 57

Multiple Choice

During WWII, the descriptors of the traumatic reactions to combat conditions _________

• A) emphasized that these were a product of organic processes.
• B) placed too much emphasis on physical exhaustion.
• C) did not differentiate these reactions from other psychological problems, such as drug abuse.
• D) were comparable to what is now called acute stress disorder.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency for observers to underestimate situational influences and overestimate dispositional traits when explaining others' behaviors.

Actor-Observer Bias

A tendency to attribute one's own actions to external causes while attributing others' actions to their internal characteristics.

Illusory Correlation

The perception of a relationship between two variables when no such relationship actually exists.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in judging others' behavior.